2017 Map of Oxford

About this map

Glacial geology defines the landscape of Oakland County, where dozens of kettle lakes and sprawling wetlands surround the community of Oxford. The area is characterized by its high density of water bodies, including the large Lake Orion with its prominent Victoria Island and Bellevue Island. The Polly Ann State Trail serves as a modern spine through the region, following a historical transportation corridor that connects Oakwood in the north to Lake Orion Heights in the south. Local history is well-preserved through numerous burial grounds such as Oxford Township Cem and the Ridgelawn Memorial Cem. The map reveals a transition between established residential clusters and the surrounding natural features like Indianwood Lake and Stony Lake, illustrating how the township's development has been shaped by its complex hydrology and the preservation of open spaces like the Willie Run Airport.