Where is Alma, Michigan

Alma is a city in the Central Michigan region and is part of the Alma micropolitan area in Gratiot County. It is located about 45 miles west of Saginaw and is known for Alma College, the annual Highland Festival and Games, and the scenic Pine River that flows through the city. Alma blends higher education, history, and outdoor recreation in a welcoming community.

Location Map of Alma, Gratiot County, Michigan

About Map: The map shows the location of Alma in Gratiot County, in the U.S. state of Michigan.

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Where is Alma Located?

Alma is a city located in Gratiot County, Michigan, the United States. The city is situated in central Michigan along the Pine River, approximately 20 miles (32 km) north of Mount Pleasant, 45 miles (72 km) west of Saginaw, and about 75 miles (121 km) northwest of Lansing. Alma is located at 43.3789° North latitude and 84.6597° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 9,488. Alma covers approximately 5.01 square miles (12.98 sq km). The city is widely recognized as the home of Alma College and for hosting the annual Highland Festival and Games, one of Michigan's largest Scottish cultural events.

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Distance from Alma, MI to Nearby Cities

• Mount Pleasant, MI – 20 miles (32 km)
• St. Louis, MI – 4 miles (6 km)
• Ithaca, MI – 12 miles (19 km)
• Shepherd, MI – 12 miles (19 km)
• Breckenridge, MI – 13 miles (21 km)
• Midland, MI – 30 miles (48 km)
• Big Rapids, MI – 42 miles (68 km)
• Saginaw, MI – 45 miles (72 km)
• Owosso, MI – 48 miles (77 km)
• Clare, MI – 27 miles (43 km)
• Greenville, MI – 42 miles (68 km)
• Bay City, MI – 54 miles (87 km)
• Lansing, MI – 75 miles (121 km)
• Flint, MI – 68 miles (109 km)
• Grand Rapids, MI – 74 miles (119 km)
• Cadillac, MI – 84 miles (135 km)
• Muskegon, MI – 94 miles (151 km)
• Traverse City, MI – 113 miles (182 km)
• Ann Arbor, MI – 115 miles (185 km)
• Detroit, MI – 135 miles (217 km)

Top Attractions in Alma

• Alma College
• Highland Festival and Games
• Pine River
• Leppien City Park
• Hidden Oaks Golf Course
• Fred Meijer Heartland Trail
• Gratiot County Historical Museum
• Heritage Park
• Holiday Park
• Alma Public Library

Airports Near Alma

• Gratiot Community Airport (AMN) – 4 miles (6 km)
• MBS International Airport (MBS) – 39 miles (63 km)
• Capital Region International Airport (LAN) – 72 miles (116 km)
• Bishop International Airport (FNT) – 72 miles (116 km)
• Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) – 80 miles (129 km)

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Alma Website.

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