Midland County

Midland County is an administrative division in Central Michigan located where the Chippewa and Tittabawassee rivers meet, with nearly 100 parks and recreational trails spread throughout. The area offers diverse outdoor activities and natural spaces for residents and visitors to explore.

The region developed from a fur trading post in the 1820s operated by the American Fur Company, where traders conducted business with Chippewa trappers. This early economic activity shaped settlement patterns and regional development.

The Midland Center for the Arts hosts art exhibitions, theater productions, and educational programs throughout the year that shape local cultural life. The venue draws people interested in supporting regional artists and attending community events.

Most outdoor areas and parks are open to the public with accessible pathways and facilities throughout the county. Visitors should plan visits during warmer months to fully enjoy the recreational opportunities and natural spaces available.

The Whiting Forest features one of the longest elevated forest walkways in the country, allowing visitors to view the woodland ecosystem from an unusual perspective above the trees. The construction enables close observation of the canopy and forest life without disturbing the ground environment.

Location: Michigan

Inception: 1831

Capital city: Midland

Shares border with: Gladwin County, Gratiot County, Bay County, Saginaw County, Clare County, Isabella County

Website: https://midlandcountymi.gov

GPS coordinates: 43.64000,-84.39000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08