2014 Map of Curran

About this map

Curran serves as the primary settlement within the expansive timberlands of the Huron National Forest. This section of Alcona County is characterized by a dense network of glacial lakes and small creeks, including Hoist Lakes, Byron Lakes, and Penoyer Lake, which drain into the Au Sable River along the southern edge of the survey area. The landscape reflects a mix of forest management and early township development, with roads like M-72 and State Hwy 65 intersecting near the village. Researchers will find the Curran Cem located east of the main junction, while more remote reaches are accessed via forest routes such as Aspen Alley Rd and Red Oak Trl. The map details the transition from the high ground near McFee Lake down to the river valley, illustrating the remote and water-rich geography of the northern Michigan interior.