Coldwater

Coldwater is a city in Branch County, Michigan, stretching northwest to southeast around a chain of lakes connected by the Coldwater River. The western boundary is defined by this natural waterway system, which supports recreation and water access throughout the community.

Settlement began in 1830 when pioneers from New York and New England established a community, which became officially incorporated as a city in 1861. These early decades shaped the town's foundation and its growth into a regional center.

The Tibbits Opera House, built in 1882, hosts theater, music, and dance performances on its stage throughout the year. Visitors can experience the interior of a Victorian-era theater with its original woodwork and intimate seating arrangement.

Interstate 69 runs through downtown with several exits, while US Route 12 provides connections to Sturgis and the Hillsdale region. The city center is easily accessible by car, and its location near major highways makes it convenient for travelers passing through.

The Little River Railroad offers train rides on a steam locomotive from 1911 departing from an original station built in 1883. Passengers can experience a journey that reflects how rail travel felt more than a century ago.

Location: Branch County

Inception: 1861

Elevation above the sea: 294 m

Website: http://coldwater.org

GPS coordinates: 41.94000,-85.00000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:20