2014 Map of Baraga Plains

About this map

The Ottawa National Forest dominates the western landscape of this Upper Peninsula survey, where the glacial geography of the Baraga Plains creates a complex network of wetlands and small water bodies. The terrain is defined by its hydrology, featuring numerous drainages such as Sixmile Cr, Mustard Cr, and Menge Cr that thread through the sandy plains. The southern portion of the quadrangle is traversed by the N Country National Scenic Trail, which skirts the edge of Little Lake and provides access to the isolated Ogemaw Falls. This map captures a quintessential Michigan wilderness character, where the primary infrastructure consists of forest service roads like Kelly Lake Rd and Baraga Plains Rd serving timber management and backcountry recreation rather than permanent settlements.