Leland Michigan Map

About Leland, Michigan

Leland is a locality in Leelanau County, Michigan, United States. It is a small community with a population of 400. The population density is 155.5 people per km². Leland is located at 45.0231°N, 85.7598°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 49654.

Leland rests where the land shoulders its way out into the vastness of Lake Michigan, a place where the wind, even on still days, seems to carry the scent of freshwater and pine. It lies 63.1 miles east of Door, WI (from Door, WI: bearing 95°T), and is situated 6.2 miles west-north-west of Suttons Bay. The village itself spills down towards the water, a collection of weathered clapboard buildings and sturdy brick structures, many painted in shades of faded red, seafoam green, and a blue that mirrors the deepest parts of the lake. Fish shanties, their wood bleached and splintered by years of sun and spray, still line the harbor, a tangible echo of the lifeblood that once pulsed through Leland. The hills behind the village, cloaked in a dense, dark green of hardwoods and evergreens, offer a dramatic backdrop, their slopes descending in a series of gentle, then steeper, declines to meet the sandy shores. The light here, especially in the late afternoon, possesses a peculiar clarity, illuminating the fine dust motes dancing in the air and casting long, sharp shadows that stretch across the cobbled streets. The history of Leland is inextricably tied to the bounty of the lake, a story etched in the weathered wood of its fishing boats and the ghosts of the cannery that once employed a significant portion of its populace. For generations, the waters were a source of livelihood, providing whitefish and trout that fed communities far and wide, a robust economy built on the patient, often perilous, work of its fishermen. While the large-scale commercial fishing has diminished, a spirit of resilience persists, manifesting in the charming shops and galleries that now draw visitors, their wares often reflecting the natural beauty and maritime heritage of the area. The iconic Fishtown, a collection of historic buildings preserved on a narrow spit of land, remains a vital, living museum, its docks still frequented by a handful of dedicated charter captains and recreational boaters, a quiet testament to the enduring connection between Leland and its watery domain. The air here, especially during the crisp autumn months, carries a distinct coolness, a reminder of the immense, ever-present lake and the deep, dark woods that press in from all sides.

About This Leland Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Leland, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.023054, -85.759808. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Leland and Leelanau County.

Detailed location data for Leland includes the ZIP code (49654), telephone area code (989), county seat of Leelanau County (Suttons Bay Township), and school district assignment (Leland Public School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Leland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.