Lupton Michigan Map

About Lupton, Michigan

Lupton is a locality in Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States. It is a small community with a population of 206. The population density is 33.8 people per km². Lupton is located at 44.4311°N, 84.0258°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48635.

Lupton rests in the heart of Ogemaw County, a place where the land itself seems to hum with a quiet, enduring strength. It lies 57.4 miles north of Midland, MI (from Midland, MI: bearing 11°T), and is situated 4.5 miles east of Rose City. Rolling hills, cloaked in the deep greens and muted browns of Michigan's north country, give way to the winding glint of water and the vast, patient expanse of sky. Pine needles carpet the ground, releasing their sharp, clean scent with every passing breeze, and the air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a crystalline clarity that sharpens the edges of the world. Here, the days unfold at a pace dictated by the sun and the seasons, a gentle rhythm that encourages deep breaths and a lingering gaze at the horizon. The roots of Lupton run deep, entwined with the logging and agricultural heritage that shaped this corner of Michigan. The sandy loam of the soil, once cleared of its dense timber, proved fertile enough to sustain generations of farmers, and the echoes of those early days can still be felt in the weathered barns and the enduring spirit of self-reliance. While the grand forests have receded, their memory lingers in the abundant wildlife that calls these woods home, and the nearby waterways, like the Rifle River, still draw those seeking solace and recreation. Lupton’s economy, like many in these parts, leans into the natural bounty, with agriculture and tourism playing their quiet but vital roles, a testament to the enduring connection between the people and the land.

About This Lupton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lupton, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.431128, -84.02583. 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 Lupton and Ogemaw County.

Detailed location data for Lupton includes the ZIP code (48635), telephone area code (586), county seat of Ogemaw County (West Branch), and school district assignment (West Branch-Rose City Area Schools). 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 Lupton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.