2023 Map of Charles

About this map

Saint Martin Bay defines the southern edge of this Mackinac County landscape, where the waters of Lake Huron meet a heavily forested interior protected by the Hiawatha National Forest. The small settlement of Charles sits near the shoreline, serving as a quiet focal point in a region dominated by hydrologic networks and conservation lands. The Carp Wild and Scenic River and the Pine River snake through the terrain, supported by smaller tributaries like McCloud Creek and Garden Hill Creek. This modern survey illustrates a landscape managed for both preservation and recreation, with significant acreage dedicated to the Horseshoe Bay Wilderness. A complex system of trails, including the Fisherman's Hike Trl and the Red Creek-cedarville Snomo Trl, indicates the importance of seasonal access and outdoor transit in the Upper Peninsula's coastal forests.