2011 Map of Colon

About this map

Palmer Lake and Sturgeon Lake dominate the central geography of this region, where the Saint Joseph River winds through the landscape. The village of Colon sits at the narrow junction between these water bodies, serving as a focal point for the surrounding rural area. Significant water features like Swan Creek, Little Swan Creek, and Colon Ditch illustrate the complex hydrography of the township. For genealogists, the distribution of several burial sites, including McAuley Cemetery to the north and South Colon Cemetery to the south, provides a clear view of early community clusters. The presence of the Colon Post Office and outlying settlements like Fairfax and Findley shows a established network of small Michigan communities tied to the river and the numerous glacial lakes such as Farrand Lake and Lepley Lake.