2011 Map of Cusino

About this map

Cusino serves as the focal point of this northern Michigan landscape, characterized by a complex network of glacial lakes and river systems within the Hiawatha Township area. The terrain is defined by the southward flow of the Creighton River, Stoner Creek, and Shotgun Creek, which navigate a low-lying region marked by significant wetlands and small basins. Outdoor recreation infrastructure is prominent, with multiple sites dedicated to forest camping, including North Gemini Lake and South Gemini Lake State Forest Campgrounds. This 2011 survey documents a remote interior of the Upper Peninsula, where narrow corridors like County Hwy-450 and Wolf Lake Rd provide the primary access to isolated water bodies such as Worchester Lake and Canoe Lake. The map illustrates the specialized management of the Michigan state forest system, highlighting the preservation of access to these specific lakefronts.