Vineyard Lake Michigan Map

About Vineyard Lake, Michigan

Vineyard Lake is a locality in Jackson County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,031. The population density is 156.4 people per km². Vineyard Lake is located at 42.0868°N, 84.2102°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 49230.

Vineyard Lake unfurls itself in a gentle embrace of rolling farmland and the hushed whispers of wind through oak and maple. It lies 14.7 miles south-east of Jackson, MI (from Jackson, MI: bearing 138°T), and is situated 4.2 miles west-north-west of Irish Hills. The landscape here breathes a quiet contentment, a tableau of cultivated fields meeting the soft, green edges of the water. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-soft Michigan sky, paints the scene in hues of amber and gold, catching the ripples on the lake’s surface and illuminating the sturdy, weathered barns that dot the horizon. The air, especially in the early morning, carries the clean scent of dew-kissed earth and the distant, sweet perfume of blooming clover, a subtle symphony for the senses. The history of Vineyard Lake is as rich and varied as the soil that supports its agricultural heart. For generations, this land has yielded its bounty, its economy deeply rooted in the cultivation of crops and the raising of livestock, a tradition that continues to shape the character of the region. The lake itself, a placid jewel, has long been a focal point for recreation and community gatherings, its shores a gathering place for families and friends. Echoes of a simpler past can still be felt in the unhurried pace of life, where neighbors know each other by name and the changing seasons dictate the rhythm of the day. Vineyard Lake's enduring appeal lies in this harmonious blend of natural beauty and a grounded, enduring way of life.

About This Vineyard Lake Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Vineyard Lake, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.0868, -84.2102. 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 Vineyard Lake and Jackson County.

Detailed location data for Vineyard Lake includes the ZIP code (49230), telephone area code (269), county seat of Jackson County (Jackson), and school district assignment (Columbia 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 Vineyard Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.