Southern Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Southern Michigan |
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Southern Michigan is located between the Western and Southeastern regions of Michigan.
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| Location | Michigan, United States |
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Southern Michigan is a part of the U.S. state of Michigan. It's a geographic area that isn't always defined the same way. Think of it as the southern tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. This area is known for its gently rolling farmland. It even includes a beautiful spot called the Irish Hills. Southern Michigan shares its border with the states of Indiana and Ohio.
What is Southern Michigan?
Southern Michigan is generally considered the bottom part of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan. It's often described as the area about 45 to 50 miles north of the Ohio and Indiana state lines. Another way to think of it is the two rows of counties closest to these states. This means any county that touches Ohio or Indiana, plus the county just north of it.
How Southern Michigan Connects to Other Regions
The exact borders of Southern Michigan can sometimes be a bit tricky. Depending on who you ask, parts of Southern Michigan might also be seen as belonging to larger regions within the state:
- Central Michigan: This area includes cities like Greater Lansing and the Flint and Tri-Cities area. Some parts of Southern Michigan might overlap with this central region.
- West Michigan: Cities like Kalamazoo and Battle Creek are in West Michigan. They share features with other cities near Lake Michigan.
- Southeast Michigan: This region includes Metro Detroit and nearby cities such as Ann Arbor and Adrian. While Jackson is often considered part of Southern Michigan, it can also be grouped with "South-Central Lower Michigan" or "Mid-Michigan."
