Mesick Michigan Map

About Mesick, Michigan

Mesick is a locality in Wexford County, Michigan, United States. It is a small community with a population of 423. The population density is 120.9 people per km². Mesick is located at 44.4053°N, 85.7134°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 49668.

Mesick rests in a landscape of rolling terrain, where the land softens into broad, gentle slopes that hint at ancient glacial sculpting. It lies 81.6 miles south-east of Door, WI (from Door, WI: bearing 126°T), and is situated 7.1 miles south-south-west of Buckley. Pine and mixed hardwoods form a verdant canopy over these hills, their scent a constant, earthy perfume in the air, especially after a rain. The broad, slow-moving Manistee River meanders through the vicinity, its waters reflecting the vast, often dramatic Michigan sky, a canvas of shifting grays and blues that can turn to fiery oranges and purples at dusk. The air here carries a damp, cool whisper, even in summer, a reminder of the Great Lakes’ pervasive influence, and the quiet rhythm of life is punctuated only by the rustle of leaves and the distant call of a crow. The history of Mesick is intrinsically tied to the logging industry that once boomed through these northern woods, a time when the roar of saws and the creak of timber wagons were the dominant sounds. Remnants of that era can still be found in the sturdy, old-growth trees that stand sentinel in the surrounding forests and in the quiet determination of the people who continue to draw their livelihood from the land, whether through small-scale farming or the careful management of natural resources. The local economy, while diversified, still carries the echoes of its timber past, with a focus on industries that respect the enduring beauty of the region. The Manistee River, a constant presence, continues to offer recreation, its banks a popular spot for anglers and those seeking a quiet communion with nature, a tranquil counterpoint to the bustling history of Mesick.

About This Mesick Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Mesick, Michigan with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Mesick and Wexford County.

Detailed location data for Mesick includes the ZIP code (49668), telephone area code (989), county seat of Wexford County (Cadillac), and school district assignment (Mesick Consolidated 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 Mesick is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.