Huron County

Huron County is located at the northern tip of Michigan's thumb. It is rural and primarily agricultural, with approximately 82% of the land devoted to agriculture. The county ranks as the state's top producer of both dry beans and corn and is second highest in the production of sugar beets and dairy products. Other farm products include cattle, poultry, hogs, hay, wheat, oats, and barley. The county manufactures metal, plastic, and glass products. The coastal towns of Sebewaing, Caseville, Port Austin, Harbor Beach, and Port Hope offer resort facilities. The coastal area also has many cottages. Wildfowl Bay Wildlife Area, Sleeper and Port Crescent State Parks, and Gagetown and Rush Lake State Game Areas offer a variety of recreational opportunities. Highway M-25 loops the county along Lake Huron. M-19 originates at M-142 and runs south. M-53 provides north-south access while M-142 provides east-west access.

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