
Alcona County, Michigan
Alcona County is located in the northeastern region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It is bordered by Montmorency, Alpena, and Oscoda counties to the north and east, Iosco County to the south, and Alpena County to the west. The county has a total area of 586 square miles and a population of 10,093 as of 2019. The geography of Alcona County is largely dominated by its many lakes, rivers, and streams. The AuSable River runs through the center of the county from north to south while smaller rivers such as the Sturgeon River flow into it from various directions. These waterways provide numerous recreational activities such as canoeing, fishing, swimming, and boating for locals and visitors alike. The terrain in Alcona County is mostly flat with some rolling hills in certain…