These 9 Perfectly Picturesque Small Towns In Michigan are Delightful

There's something almost intangible about living in a small community. Not only are you more likely to know your neighbors and feel a sense of security, but your home town is, well, more likely to just have a more charming aesthetic. Looking for that picturesque atmosphere? Then a smaller town or city may be just the place. We've located some such places for you right here.

10) Battle Creek

Home to the Kellogg empire, it's also an ideal family destination, with a massive recreation facility and amusement park.

9) Clawson

This small city of of nearly 12,000 is about five and a half miles north of Detroit, giving to the Clawson's slogan of Little City with a Big Heart.

8) Grand Haven

This small city of about 10,000 attracts both the travel-wary tourist and the weekender family, looking for fun in the sun.

7) Grosse Pointe Farms

This upscale community of just over 11,000 is not surprisingly one of the best cities in Michigan to live, known for its excellent schools and public services.

5) Ishpeming

This UP town of just over 6,500 came to life in the 19th century after the discovery of Iron Ore and maintains fame for holding the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame.

4) Monroe

Just north of Toledo, this city of about 23,000 came to being as a transportation and food hub in the 1700s.

3) Muskegon

This place came to fame because of the high number of millionaires who took of residence in this picturesque beach town in the 19th century.

2) Paw Paw

Named after the rare Paw Paw fruit that grows here, this town is known for its fine wine and dining scene.

1) Rochester Hills

This metro Detroit burg is known for its many independent shops, small town atmosphere, top notch public services and proximity to the big city.

Kinda nice, huh? Makes you long for that kind of lifestyle, doesn't it? But don't take this list as the all mighty, end-all word. Tell us, or show us rather, some of your most picturesque small towns or cities in Michigan.