Lost Lake Woods, Michigan facts for kids
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Lost Lake Woods, Michigan
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Gated entrance along F-41
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Location within Alcona County
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 Lost Lake Woods, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Lost Lake Woods, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Michigan |
| County |  Alcona |
| Township | Alcona |
| Established | 1926 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.19 sq mi (13.43 km2) |
| • Land | 5.05 sq mi (13.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.14 sq mi (0.36 km2) |
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 367 |
| • Density | 72.73/sq mi (28.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48742 (Lincoln)
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-49450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1620636 |
Lost Lake Woods is a special kind of community in Alcona County, Michigan, USA. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own city government. It's also a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means the government counts the people living there for official records.
In 2020, about 367 people lived in Lost Lake Woods. It is part of Alcona Township. This community is private, covering more than 11,000 acres of woodlands. Only members and their guests are allowed to enter. It is located just north of the village of Lincoln.
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About Lost Lake Woods
Lost Lake Woods was established in 1926. It is known for its large area of private woodlands. The community is designed for members and their guests. This means it has controlled access points.
Geography of Lost Lake Woods
Lost Lake Woods is located in Michigan. It covers a total area of about 5.19 square miles (13.43 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 5.05 square miles (13.07 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.14 square miles (0.36 square kilometers), is water.
Main Roads
A county highway called F-41 runs along the eastern edge of Lost Lake Woods. This road helps people get to and from the community.
People of Lost Lake Woods
The number of people living in Lost Lake Woods changes over time. Here's how the population has been counted:
- 2000: 339 people
- 2010: 312 people
- 2020: 367 people
Who Lives Here
In 2020, there were 367 people living in Lost Lake Woods. These people lived in 191 homes. About 127 of these homes were families. Most people living here are White. A very small number are Native American or from two or more races.
Many homes (about 64.6%) are married couples living together. About 31.2% of homes are individuals living alone. Many people living alone are 65 years old or older. The average home has about 1.79 people.
Age Groups
The community has a wide range of ages, but many residents are older.
- Less than 5% of the population is under 18 years old.
- About 55% of the people are 65 years old or older.
- The average age in Lost Lake Woods is 67 years.
Education in Lost Lake Woods
Children and teens living in Lost Lake Woods attend schools managed by the Alcona Community Schools district. This district provides education for all students in the area.
