Emmet County

Emmet County is an administrative division in northern Michigan that stretches across land and water, shaped by its location near the Great Lakes. The region contains several towns and communities connected by roads and waterways.

The area was established in 1840 with a different name and was renamed in 1843 to honor an Irish patriot. This change reflects the influence of Irish settlers who came to the region during that era.

The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians remain deeply rooted here, and their presence shapes how the community connects with the land and its heritage. You can see this in local gatherings, traditional crafts, and the way people speak about the region's history.

A regional airport serves the area with connections to larger cities, and two main highways run through the region linking its towns. Plan on driving to get around, as communities are spread out across the county.

The region is home to manufacturing plants and aerospace technology centers, along with the headquarters of a well-known chocolate maker located in Petoskey. This mix of industries shows how the area has developed in unexpected ways.

Location: Michigan

Inception: April 1, 1840

Capital city: Petoskey

Shares border with: Mackinac County, Cheboygan County, Charlevoix County

Website: https://emmetcounty.org

GPS coordinates: 45.58000,-84.98000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08