2018 Map of Branch Lake

About this map

Branch Lake and its intricate shoreline of coves and islands dominate this Hancock County landscape, where the settlements of North Ellsworth and West Ellsworth serve as local anchors. The map reveals a high density of small family and community burial grounds, including Nicolin Cem, Happytown Cem, and the Dorr Thompson Cem, which reflect the long-standing genealogical roots of this area. The terrain transitions from the water's edge at Musquash Cove to the elevated heights of Flying Moose Mtn and Oak Hill. A complex network of local roads and "fire roads," such as Fire Rd 217, suggests a region defined by seasonal access and lakeside living. Between the larger bodies of water lie significant wetlands like Jesse Bog and Carlisle Meadow, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that feed into Lower Patten Pond and eventually southward.