1968 Map of Metamora

About this map

Metamora sits at the heart of this Lapeer County landscape, where the Penn Central railroad cuts through a terrain defined by glacial lakes and headwaters. The map illustrates a transitional period in the late 1960s, showing the established village of Metamora and the smaller settlement of Thomas to the south. Extensive natural and recreational lands dominate the western half, specifically the Metamora-Hadley State Recreation Area, which encompasses Lake Minnawanna and Camp Metamora. The presence of numerous family-named burial grounds like Harris Cem, Schuneman Cem, and Farmers Creek Cem offers significant value for genealogical research, anchoring the mid-century landscape to its 19th-century pioneer roots. To the east, the South Branch Flint River winds through agricultural fields, while prominent elevations like Mt Christie rise above the surrounding lake-dotted plains.