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Oakland Township Michigan Map

Explore Oakland 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 Oakland Township, Michigan

How to Use This Oakland Township, Michigan Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Oakland 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 Oakland 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	Oakland Township
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Oakland County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.756631
Longitude	-83.137266
Population	17,000
Density	280.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	48363, 48306
Area Code	313
County Seat	Pontiac

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About Oakland Township, Michigan

Oakland Township is a locality in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 17,000. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Oakland Township is located at 42.7566°N, 83.1373°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP codes: 48363, 48306.

Oakland Township remains defined by the persistent, rhythmic flow of the West Branch Stony Creek as it carves through the quiet terrain. It lies 5.3 miles north of Rochester, MI (from Rochester, MI: bearing 358°T), and is situated 6.8 miles north of Rochester Hills. The landscape here is characterized by broad, open expanses of land that shift from deep green to a muted, dusty gold as the seasons transition. To the west, the distant Grampian Hills provide a subtle, jagged horizon line that anchors the view under wide, expansive skies. Only a mile away, the surface of Twin Lakes captures the changing light, reflecting the heavy clouds that often drift across the plains. During the late afternoon, the shadows lengthen across the soil, revealing the simple, unadorned geometry of the regional topography.

Oakland Township evolved from early agrarian roots into a place where the pace of life maintains a deliberate, measured quality. Historical development favored the cultivation of this fertile ground, allowing the local economy to transition steadily from traditional farming to a modern blend of residential and light commercial enterprises. Industrial activity here remains quiet and unobtrusive, largely supporting the specialized needs of the surrounding region. Residents often find that the work of the day is punctuated by the stillness of the surrounding woodlands and the steady maintenance of local infrastructure. This economic stability allows the character of Oakland Township to remain consistent, resisting the hurried transformations seen in more densely populated hubs.

The cultural identity of Oakland Township is shaped by a deep appreciation for open space and the preservation of natural quietude. Twin Lakes Golf Course serves as a central point for outdoor recreation, offering a space where the community gathers against a backdrop of managed greens and native vegetation. While the township maintains a modest profile, it draws those who value privacy and the slow, observable change of the local environment. Notable individuals have occasionally called these quiet roads home, drawn by the same sense of isolation that allows for focused, creative work far from the noise of major centers. Life here is defined by these small, recurring moments of connection to the land, ensuring that the spirit of the place remains firmly rooted in its own distinct pace.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Twin Lakes Golf Course (Park) — 0.0 mi, 072° E
Blue Heron Environmental Area (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 179° S
Blackheath Golf Course (Park) — 0.1 mi, 173° S
Schuette Oak (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 036° NE
Stony Creek Metropark (Local Park) — 2.0 mi, 155° SE
Paint Creek Trail (Local Recreation) — 2.1 mi, 214° SW
Little Skinny (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 148° SE
Log Drop (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 149° SE
Rest Area (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 150° SE
Roller Coaster Jump Line (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 149° SE
Stoney Creek Metropark Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 2.6 mi, 142° SE
Shelden Estate (Historic Ruins) — 2.9 mi, 154° SE
Wetland Outlook (Viewpoint) — 3.1 mi, 076° E
Royal Oak Archers (Private Recreation) — 3.2 mi, 268° W
Lakeville Swamp (Conservation Area) — 4.0 mi, 348° N
Avon Players (Theatre) — 4.2 mi, 161° S
Van Hoosen Museum (Museum) — 4.4 mi, 165° S
Lakeville Lake Access (State Recreation Area) — 4.6 mi, 348° N
Newberry Hill (Historic Ruins) — 5.5 mi, 169° S
Polly Ann Trail (State Recreation Area) — 6.0 mi, 335° NW
Day Star (Public Artwork) — 6.3 mi, 209° SW
River Bend Township Park (State Park) — 6.7 mi, 161° S
O'Rena (Stadium) — 6.9 mi, 214° SW
Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu (Monument) — 8.4 mi, 182° S
Spring Hill Farm / Utica Nike Base (Monument) — 8.5 mi, 153° SE
Sea Life Aquarium (Aquarium) — 8.9 mi, 246° SW
Troy Historic Village (Museum) — 12.4 mi, 183° S
MJR Partridge Creek Digital Cinema 14 (Cinema) — 13.3 mi, 133° SE
Cranbrook House and Gardens (Museum) — 14.1 mi, 203° SW
Manistee National Forest (National Forest) — 43.3 mi, 302° NW · 539k acres

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