Lupton, Michigan


Lupton is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Rose Township, Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States. Its population was 348 as of the 2010 census. Lupton's post office closed on November 5, 2011; it still has its own ZIP code 48635.

Geography

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the community has an area of, of which is land and is water.

History

Lupton was first settled by several Quaker families from Ohio, including that of Emmor Lupton in 1880. It was first known as "Lane Heights" and given a post office as "Lane" in April 1881. A depot on the Detroit, Bay City and Alpena Railroad was opened in January 1893. The post office was renamed Lupton in June 1893.