Tuscarora Township 49749

Tuscarora Township Population: 2000(3091) 1990(2297) Change(794)

Indian River is located in southern Cheboygan County in Tuscarora Township. This town originated with Floyd E. Martin who moved here in 1878, the first to buy land. Situated strategically between Burt and Mullett Lakes, it was an ideal distribution and gathering point for lumber cut from the surrounding area. It received a post office a year later and eventually became a station on the Michigan Central Railway line.

Named after the river flowing through it, which is a channel between Burt and Mullett Lakes, Indian River today is a quality resort area with many diversified businesses, tourist shops and restaurants. It is also home to the largest crucifix in Michigan, which can be seen just south of town. The lakes and river, however, continue to attract visitors from all over the midwest, offering boaters many options to view some of the best-of-the-best of Michigan�s great water wonderland!