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2023 Map of Afton

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Afton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Afton stands at the northwestern corner of this landscape, serving as a primary point of settlement in a region defined by complex hydrography and wooded terrain. The Pigeon River and Little Pigeon River dominate the drainage patterns, carving through the central and western sections of the quadrangle. Significant water bodies such as Lake Sixteen, Dog Lake, and the distinctly named Holy Smoke Lake dot the map, indicating a glacial landscape rich in wetlands.

Researching local genealogy is aided by the location of the Walker Township Cem, situated centrally near Walker Rd. The map documents an extensive network of recreational routes, most notably the High Country Pathway Trl and the Shore To Shore Trl, which navigate the interior forests and creek valleys. Numerous local roads, such as Passino Rd and Dog Lake Rd, provide a window into the modern residential and timber access patterns of this Cheboygan County area.