1961 Map of Boyne Falls

About this map

The Boyne River and Jordan River systems carve through this northern Michigan landscape, where high-elevation landmarks like Boyne Mtn and Thunder Mountain provide the backdrop for specialized recreation. In the early 1960s, the area reflects a transition toward tourism, evidenced by Ski Lifts and the Kandahar Landing Strip near Elmira. Local transportation is anchored by the Pennsylvania railroad line, which connects Boyne Falls to the broader regional economy. Significant portions of the terrain are dedicated to the Jordan River State Forest and Chandler State Forest, preserving large tracts of timberland. Genealogists will find a high density of rural burial sites, including the Okrion Cem and St Augustine Cem, alongside isolated municipal landmarks such as the Hudson Lookout Tower and a lonely Schoolhouse north of the Boyne Valley.