Onekama Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Onekama Township, Michigan
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 Onekama Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Onekama Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Manistee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 23.4 sq mi (60.6 km2) |
| • Land | 18.4 sq mi (47.8 km2) |
| • Water | 5.0 sq mi (12.8 km2) |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
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| • Total | 1,338 |
| • Density | 72.6/sq mi (28.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
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| Area code(s) | 231 |
| FIPS code | 26-101-60760 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626848 |
Onekama Township is a special area in Manistee County, Michigan. It's like a local government area that includes a village and other small communities. In 2020, about 1,338 people called Onekama Township home.
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Exploring Onekama's Communities
Onekama Township is made up of several interesting places. Each one has its own story and features.
The Village of Onekama
The main community is the village of Onekama. You can find it in the southeast part of the township. It's located right on the northeast side of Portage Lake. The ZIP code for this area is 49675.
Pierport: A Historic Spot
Pierport is a small, unincorporated community in the northwest part of the township. It's located at 44°25′36″N 86°14′24″W / 44.42667°N 86.24000°W. Long ago, in 1866, a company built a pier here. This pier was used to ship wood from the area. At first, it was called "Turnersport."
Later, in 1868, a man named Charles W. Perry came to Pierport. He bought the land in 1871 and helped the community grow. The name was changed to "Pierport" in 1872. Some people even called it "Perry's Pier." There was a post office here, but it only opened during the summer from 1929 until it closed in 1933.
Other Local Areas
- Portage Point is a summer resort area. It's in the southwest part of the township.
- Red Park is another community. It's located on the south shore of Portage Lake.
- Wick-A-Te-Wah is also a summer resort. It's found on the south shore of Portage Lake.
- Williamsport was a historical settlement. It was located in the southwest part of the township.
- Crescent Beach is a lovely beach area. It's on the southwestern shore of Portage Lake. It stretches from Red Park to Williamsport.
Fun Summer Camps
Onekama Township is also home to several popular summer camps. These camps are often connected to schools or church groups. They offer great experiences for kids and teens.
- Camp Tosebo is on the south side of Portage Lake.
- Little Eden is located on the north side of Portage Lake.
- Portage Lake Covenant Bible Camp is on the southeastern side of Portage Lake.
Onekama's Geography
Onekama Township covers a total area of about 23.4 square miles (60.6 square kilometers). A big part of this area is land, about 18.4 square miles (47.8 square kilometers). The rest, about 5.0 square miles (12.8 square kilometers), is water. This means a good portion of the township is covered by lakes and other water bodies.
A cool natural feature nearby is the Old Facefull spring. It's a natural spring located just outside of town.
Who Lives in Onekama?
Based on the census from 2000, there were 1,514 people living in Onekama Township. These people lived in 603 households, with 414 of them being families. The population density was about 82.1 people per square mile (31.7 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people living here were White (92.80%). A small number were Hispanic or Latino (9.91%).
The average household had about 2.22 people. The average family had about 2.69 people.
The population included people of all ages. About 21.7% were under 18 years old. About 24.2% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the township was 45 years.
In 2000, the average income for a household in Onekama Township was $39,792. For families, the average income was $51,042.
