Lake George, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lake George, Michigan
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Looking north along Lake George Street
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 Lake George, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Lake George, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Clare |
| Township | Lincoln |
| Established | 1899 |
| Elevation | 1,112 ft (339 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48633
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| GNIS feature ID | 629975 |
Lake George is a small, friendly community in Clare County, Michigan. It's not a city or a town with its own government. Instead, it's an "unincorporated community." This means it's part of a larger area called Lincoln Township. Lake George is located right at the northern tip of the beautiful Lake George.
The area uses the ZIP code 48633. This ZIP code provides mail service through P.O. Boxes to homes around the northern side of Lake George. A post office first opened here on December 8, 1899. In 2021, about 107 people lived in the area covered by the 48633 ZIP code.
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Discover Lake George, Michigan
Lake George is a quiet spot in Michigan. It is known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. The community is a mix of people who have lived there for a long time and visitors who come for vacations.
The History of Lake George
Lake George started as a place for cutting down trees and processing wood. It was founded by a person named George Lake. The community also served as a stop on the Toledo, Ann Arbor and North Michigan Railway line. This railway helped move lumber and goods.
Lumbering Innovations
A man named Winfield Scott Gerrish changed how lumber was moved in Michigan. He built a special railroad just for logging. This railroad was seven miles long. It connected Lake George to the Muskegon River in Clare County. This made it much easier and faster to transport logs.
Nature and Wildlife
The area around Lake George is mostly covered by forests. These woods are home to many different kinds of animals. You might see white-tail deer, wild turkey, and pheasant. Many other game animals also live here.
Fishing Fun
Fishing is a very popular activity in Lake George. There are many lakes nearby, with ten lakes within a ten-mile drive. These lakes are full of different fish. You can catch largemouth bass, perch, bluegill, and sunfish. Other fish include pike, musky, bullhead catfish, and rock bass.
Community Life
The people who live in Lake George are a mix of different groups. Some are from the original families who settled the area a long time ago. Others are tourists who visit and stay during the summer months. This mix creates a unique community feel.
The Old Train Depot
Long ago, there was a train station in Lake George. It is no longer standing today. On July 19, 1925, two trains crashed at this depot.
The "Depot" Party Store
The building that is now called the "Depot" party store has a long history. It was first built in 1937 by John Seats Sr. The local post office was also inside this grocery store. Lula Seats, a member of the Seats family, ran the post office. The store stayed in the Seats family for three generations until 1973.
Images for kids
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U.S. Post Office in Lake George
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View of Lake George
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Road signage along Mannsiding Road
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