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2023 Map of Baraga Plains

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Ottawa National Forest dominates this section of the Upper Peninsula, characterized by the glacial outwash of the Baraga Plains. The landscape is defined by a complex network of forest roads and trails, including the North Country National Scenic Trl and various utility tracks like Up159 Trl. A notable concentration of water bodies occupies the southern half of the quadrangle, including Little Lake, Robillard Lake, and the tucked-away Engman Lake.

Further north, the terrain is drained by a dendritic system of creeks such as Sixmile Creek, Menge Creek, and Nesters Creek. The presence of Prison Camp Rd suggests historical land use patterns related to regional forestry or labor camps common in Michigan's state and federal forests. Toward the southeastern corner, the elevation drops at Ogemaw Falls along Ogemaw Creek, providing a distinct landmark in an otherwise largely level plateau of pine and sand barrens.