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1959 Map of Baldwin

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Baldwin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Baldwin serves as the central hub of this West Michigan landscape, situated at the intersection of the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad and several vital waterways. The map illustrates a region defined by its diverse aquatic geography, from the complex bends of the Pere Marquette River to the historic recreational community at Idlewild Lake. In this era, the area functioned as a blend of forest management and early tourism, evidenced by the presence of a Fish Hatchery and numerous campgrounds within the Manistee National Forest.

Genealogists and local historians can locate specific rural institutions such as Dobry Sch and Riverside Sch, alongside the Evergreen Chapel and cemeteries like Lake Cem. The transition from rail-dependent industry to modern transit is visible through features like the Baldwin Landing Field and a Drive-in Theater, while landmarks such as the Star Lake Lookout Tower and Ward Hill Lookout Tower overlook the timberlands of Cherry Valley.