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Cannon Township Michigan Map

Explore Cannon Township, Michigan, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Cannon Township, Michigan

How to Use This Cannon Township, Michigan Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Cannon Township, Michigan. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Michigan or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Cannon Township.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Cannon Township
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Kent County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	43.06706
Longitude	-85.499419
Population	14,000
Density	280.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	49306, 49341
Area Code	616
County Seat	Grand Rapids

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About Cannon Township, Michigan

Cannon Township is a locality in Kent County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 14,000. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Cannon Township is located at 43.0671°N, 85.4994°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP codes: 49306, 49341.

Cannon Township holds a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of its natural waterways and the expansive character of its inland terrain. It lies 5.3 miles east-northeast of Northview, MI (from Northview, MI: bearing 74°T), and is situated 5.5 miles east of Plainfield Township. The gentle flow of Armstrong Creek serves as a primary artery, carving a path through the earth that dictates the subtle drainage of the surrounding fields. Only a mile away, the surface of Sunfish Lake reflects the shifting sky, offering a stillness that anchors the local horizon. While the distant Cheney Hills rise thirteen miles to the south, the immediate vicinity is defined by a flatter, wooded topography that invites a slower pace of observation. The Cannon Township Center Property provides a preserved space where the native grasses and timber can flourish without the intrusion of development. As evening light catches the moisture rising from the low-lying ground, the air takes on a crisp, cooling density that marks the transition from day to dusk.

Settlers arrived in Cannon Township with a focus on harnessing the potential of the fertile soil and the reliable presence of running water. Early industry grew from the necessity of milling and agriculture, establishing a foundation that favored productivity and self-sufficiency. Today, the economy reflects a blend of residential stability and local commerce, maintaining a connection to its agrarian roots while adapting to the modern demands of the region. The rhythm of the work day remains steady, rooted in the seasonal shifts that dictate the planting and harvest cycles of the surrounding orchards. Small-scale manufacturing and service-oriented businesses support the population, ensuring that the local infrastructure remains functional and distinct. This economic landscape avoids the volatility of larger industrial centers, preferring a measured growth that protects the integrity of the land.

The cultural character of Cannon Township is defined by a quiet, deliberate engagement with the natural environment and a respect for the privacy of the woodlands. Residents often gather at the Cannon Township Center Property to celebrate the changing seasons, finding a sense of belonging in the communal use of the protected acreage. While local lore is often passed down in quiet conversations rather than grand monuments, the pride in maintaining such a peaceful setting remains a common thread. The area is largely defined by its residents’ commitment to a life that values the stillness of the interior landscape over the clamor of the urban outskirts. No singular historical figure has cast a shadow larger than the daily life of those who have sustained the township through the decades, keeping the focus squarely on the present. In this place, the most significant landmarks are not buildings of great height, but the quiet corners of the woods where the light lingers longest.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Izaak Walton League Conservation Club (Viewpoint) — 0.2 mi, 246° SW
Cannon Township Center Property (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 000° N
Pickerel Lake Fred Meijer Nature Preserve (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 065° NE
Cannonsburg State Game Area (State Recreation Area) — 1.5 mi, 162° S
Silver Lake Golf Course (Park) — 1.6 mi, 026° NE
Camp Roger (Local Recreation) — 2.1 mi, 066° NE
Boulder Creek Golf Club (Park) — 2.9 mi, 262° W
Brower Lake Nature Preserve (Conservation Area) — 4.1 mi, 017° N
Saul Lake Nature Preserve (Conservation Area) — 4.2 mi, 091° E
White Pine Trail State Park (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 315° NW
Hyser Rivers Museum (Museum) — 4.7 mi, 267° W
Sawtooth Drop (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 303° NW
Wynalda Flow Trails Hub (Attraction) — 5.3 mi, 306° NW
The Big Apple (Public Artwork) — 5.4 mi, 240° SW
Hilltop Stop (Attraction) — 5.5 mi, 302° NW
Boulder Jump (Attraction) — 5.6 mi, 302° NW
Rogue River State Game Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.1 mi, 325° NW
Manistee National Forest (National Forest) — 7.3 mi, 245° SW · 539k acres
Matthews Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 7.6 mi, 220° SW
Sang Yoon (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 218° SW
The McKendrick Building (Gallery) — 10.3 mi, 221° SW
Artists Creating Together (Arts Centre) — 10.4 mi, 236° SW
Canal Park Presented by SILVA (Gallery) — 10.6 mi, 236° SW
The Castle (Monument) — 10.9 mi, 227° SW
Muse SE (Gallery) — 10.9 mi, 224° SW
The Hiker (Monument) — 11.0 mi, 228° SW
Dog Story Theater (Theatre) — 11.0 mi, 228° SW
Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives (Museum) — 11.1 mi, 231° SW
Flat River State Game Area (State Conservation Area) — 11.2 mi, 066° NE
GLC Live at 20 Monroe (Theatre) — 11.3 mi, 231° SW

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