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2011 Map of Black River Harbor

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Black River Harbor
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Black River Harbor serves as a focal point where the river meets the southern shores of Lake Superior in the western Upper Peninsula. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey highlights a concentrated corridor of dramatic river hydrology, featuring a succession of named drops including Rainbow Falls, Sandstone Falls, Gorge Falls, and Potawatomi Falls. These features are preserved within the Potawatomi and Gorge Falls Scenic and Picnic Area, illustrating the region's dedication to accessible natural landmarks.

Further inland, the landscape transitions toward Sagaigan Lake and a network of drainages such as Sagaigan Creek and Chickadee Creek. To the west, Maple Creek winds past Maple Creek Falls and Manakiki Falls, accessed by the lone primary artery of Maple Creek Rd. The presence of the Black River Harbor Campground near the mouth of the river indicates the area's role as a northern Michigan destination for recreation and lake access.