Ortonville and its surrounding glacial lake country define this portion of northern Oakland County. The village center, located near Kearsley Creek, is supported by a network of local cemeteries including Ortonville Cem and Carmer Cem, providing valuable points of interest for genealogical research. The landscape is heavily marked by its water bodies, from the prominent Bald Eagle Lake and Susin Lake to the smaller Hidden Lake and Huff Lake. To the south, the headwaters of the Clinton River emerge, while The High Banks and Enders Hill provide topographical contrast to the low-lying wetlands and drains. Residential developments such as Brandon Gardens, Eagle Island, and Perry Lake Heights are woven into the natural shoreline geography, showing the modern suburban character of these townships.
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1907 · Pontiac
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1909 · Milford
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1920 · Holly
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1922 · Holly
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1936 · Highland
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1936 · Clarkston
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1936 · Pontiac North
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1942 · Highland
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1943 · Holly
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · Clarkston
USGS Topo · 1:24,000