Doyle Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Doyle Township, Michigan
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The community of Gulliver along U.S. Route 2
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Location within Schoolcraft County
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 Doyle Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Doyle Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Schoolcraft |
| Established | 1890 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 154.19 sq mi (399.4 km2) |
| • Land | 146.12 sq mi (378.4 km2) |
| • Water | 3.12 sq mi (8.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 563 |
| • Density | 3.651/sq mi (1.4098/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) | |
| Area code(s) | 906 |
| FIPS code | 26-22960 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626192 |
Doyle Township is a small community located in Schoolcraft County, Michigan, in the United States. In 2020, about 563 people lived here. It's famous for its beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan and many clear inland lakes like Gulliver Lake, McDonald Lake, and Clear Lake.
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Exploring Doyle Township's Location
Doyle Township covers a large area. Most of it is land, but a good part is also water. This includes parts of Lake Michigan and several smaller lakes.
Communities in Doyle Township
Doyle Township is home to a few interesting places.
Gulliver Community
Gulliver is a small, unofficial community within the township. It's located right on U.S. 2, a main road. Gulliver sits on the shores of Gulliver Lake, which is a popular spot for visitors.
Whitedale's History
Whitedale was once a town near Gulliver. However, it is no longer active. The town was abandoned in the 1950s, meaning people moved away and it became empty.
Government and History
Doyle Township was officially established in 1890. Like many townships, it has local leaders who help manage the community.
Local Leaders
The township is led by a Supervisor, currently Lynn Norton. There is also a Clerk, Patti Hoffman, who handles important records and paperwork for the community.
