Mio Michigan Map

About Mio, Michigan

Mio is a locality in Oscoda County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,474. The population density is 69.4 people per km². Mio is located at 44.6522°N, 84.1297°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48647.

Mio rests beside the gentle curve of the Wolf Creek, its waters reflecting the broad, open sky that stretches across this part of Northern Michigan. It lies 44.3 miles southwest of Alpena, MI (from Alpena, MI: bearing 231°T), and is situated 32.7 miles north of Skidway Lake. The land here is a study in subtle undulations, a landscape sculpted by glaciers and time, where stands of pine and oak give way to open fields and the reflective surface of Mio Dam Pond. A quiet stillness often settles, broken only by the rustle of leaves or the distant call of a bird, and the air itself carries the crisp, clean scent of evergreen and damp earth, particularly potent after a summer rain. The distant presence of Mio Mountain, a modest rise rather than a towering peak, offers a soft horizon line, a constant reminder of the geological forces that shaped this terrain. Mio’s story is deeply intertwined with the Wolf Creek, a vital artery for the logging industry that once defined its economy. Sawmills hummed and the river carried timber downstream, a testament to the hard labor and resilience of its early settlers. Today, while echoes of that past remain in the weathered barns and the quiet strength of the people, the local economy has diversified, drawing sustenance from the natural beauty and recreational opportunities offered by the surrounding Huron National Forest. The dam itself, a significant landmark, not only controls the flow of the Wolf Creek but also creates Mio Dam Pond, a popular spot for fishing and boating, hinting at a more leisurely pace of life that has found a footing here, alongside the enduring spirit of the North Woods.

About This Mio Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Mio, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.652236, -84.129728. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Mio and Oscoda County.

Detailed location data for Mio includes the ZIP code (48647), telephone area code (586), county seat of Oscoda County (Mio), and school district assignment (Mio-AuSable Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Mio is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.