Pontiac, County seat in Oakland County, Michigan, United States.
Pontiac is a county seat in Oakland County in southeast Michigan, located approximately 26 miles northwest of Detroit. The city sits at an elevation near 920 feet (280 m) and includes residential and commercial districts along the Clinton River.
The settlement was established in 1818 as the second European-American community near Detroit after Dearborn and named after an Ottawa chief. During the 20th century, it grew into an automotive manufacturing center with large production facilities.
The Woodward Dream Cruise brings car enthusiasts together in the city each year, showing the community's long connection to vehicle manufacturing. The event reflects how automotive industry heritage shapes local gatherings and everyday life here.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office operates substations across the city and provides law enforcement services for residents. Several through roads cross the downtown area, making navigation straightforward for visitors.
The Pontiac Silverdome was completed in 1975 and hosted Super Bowl XVI in 1982 with over 80,000 spectators. The stadium was demolished in 2018 after standing empty for years and becoming a landmark of abandoned industry.
Location: Oakland County
Inception: 1818
Elevation above the sea: 281 m
Shares border with: Lake Angelus, Auburn Hills, Bloomfield Township, Sylvan Lake, Waterford Township
Website: https://pontiac.mi.us
GPS coordinates: 42.64611,-83.29250
Latest update: December 11, 2025 21:57
Pontiac Silverdome
3.1 km
Chrysler Headquarters and Technology Center
4.9 km
Clinton Valley Center
2.4 km
Parashakthi Temple
3 km
St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church, Convent, and School
1.6 km
Franklin Boulevard Historic District
1.5 km
Myrick-Palmer House
1.3 km
Casa del Rey Apartments
2.1 km
Eagle Theatre
1 km
Pine Grove Historical Museum
1 km
Wisner House
1 km
Gillespie Street-Clinton River Bridge
2.3 km
Chrysler Technology Center
4.9 km
Horatio N. Howard House
220 m
Waterford Oaks County Park
4.3 km
Statue, Work of art
1.1 km
The Buckley Fountain
568 m
Work of art, sculpture
3 km
The Links at Crystal Lake
3.1 km
Scenic viewpoint
2.7 km
Dawsons Millpond
3.1 km
Work of art, sculpture
3 km
Sandbar
4.7 km
(some object projecting out of the water)
2.8 km
Oak Hill Cemetery
698 m
Waterford Oaks Water Park
4.7 km
Forest Lake Golf Course
5.3 km
Fieldstone Golf Club
5.4 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes