Oden Michigan Map

About Oden, Michigan

Oden is a locality in Emmet County, Michigan, United States. It is a small community with a population of 150. The population density is 309.6 people per km². Oden is located at 45.4236°N, 84.8281°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 49764.

Oden rests a breath away from the broad expanse of Lake Michigan, its landscape shaped by the lingering presence of glacial waters. It lies 110.0 miles east-north-east of Door, WI (from Door, WI: bearing 78°T), and is situated 7.1 miles east-north-east of Petoskey. Rolling hills, softened by the passage of seasons, give way to fertile plains where the air, especially as dusk begins its slow descent, carries the scent of damp earth and pine. The land here is a study in gentle transitions, from the sandy fringes near the shore to the deeper, more shadowed woods that hold the secrets of the north. The sky above Oden, vast and often painted with dramatic cloud formations, seems to press down with a quiet, elemental force, a constant reminder of the wildness that still claims much of this northern territory. The economic lifeblood of Oden has long been tied to the bounty of the surrounding waters and the rich soil. Historically, logging played a significant role, the echoes of which can still be felt in the sturdy, weathered buildings that dot the landscape, and the very character of the timber that frames the homes. Today, agriculture continues to thrive, with orchards and farms producing a vibrant array of fruits and vegetables that find their way to markets both near and far. The nearby waters, particularly the expansive lake, continue to offer sustenance and recreation, drawing visitors who appreciate the unpretentious beauty of this northern Michigan haven, a place where the past is not forgotten but subtly informs the present.

About This Oden Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Oden, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.423622, -84.828102. 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 Oden and Emmet County.

Detailed location data for Oden includes the ZIP code (49764), telephone area code (906), county seat of Emmet County (Petoskey), and school district assignment (Alanson Public 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 Oden is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.