2014 Map of Big Stone Bay

About this map

Saint Helena Island and its surrounding waters define this coastal interface at the northern reach of Lake Michigan. The map illustrates the specialized maritime geography where Emmet County meets Mackinac County in the Straits region. The shoreline is characterized by complex indentations including Big Stone Bay, Goose Bay, and Sturgeon Bay, separated by the prominent landform of Waugoshance Point. Navigation and shoreline access are facilitated by W Wilderness Park Dr and Sturgeon Bay Rd, which provide entry into the coastal landscape. Offshore, the Saint Helena Shoal indicates the submerged hazards common to this part of the Great Lakes shipping corridor. The map's focus is primarily on the natural coastline and public access routes rather than dense inland settlement, reflecting the area's role as a northern Michigan wilderness frontier.