Saginaw County

Saginaw County is an administrative county in Michigan that includes multiple cities, townships, and villages scattered across its geography. The area contains several river systems that flow through a mix of urban and rural landscapes.

The county was officially established in 1822 and took its name from Ojibwe words meaning the outlet place. This early foundation during westward expansion shaped it into an important administrative region.

The region was home to Anishnabeg peoples for centuries, and their presence is woven into local place names and stories that people still share today. Many communities here maintain connections to this heritage through historical narratives and local memory.

The area is navigable by car through various roads connecting the different towns and communities throughout the county. Planning which specific cities or townships to visit ahead of time helps make the most of exploring the region.

Three rivers—the Saginaw, Shiawassee, and Cass—shaped the landscape and once served as vital routes for trade and travel. These waterways connected communities before roads were built across the land.

Location: Michigan

Inception: 1822

Capital city: Saginaw

Shares border with: Bay County, Shiawassee County, Genesee County, Tuscola County, Midland County, Gratiot County

Website: http://saginawcounty.com

GPS coordinates: 43.33000,-84.05000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:28