2023 Map of Beechwood

About this map

The Ottawa National Forest dominates this section of Iron County, where the South Branch Paint River carves a winding path through the timberlands. This waterway, designated here as the Paint Wild and Scenic River, is fed by numerous tributaries including Cooks Run and McRae Creek. The map documents a landscape defined by its hydrography, featuring isolated water bodies such as Silver Lake, Timber Lake, and Homan Lake. The small settlement of Basswood serves as a localized hub near Basswood Pond, while Rosehill Cem provides a point of genealogical interest near Merriman Lake. An extensive network of forest roads and trails, including the Canoe Cooks Run Trl, indicates a region managed for both conservation and active forest use, with the Farm Service Agency Interest of Michigan maintaining a presence in the southeastern township.