2014 Map of Deer Lake

About this map

The settlement of Betsy sits along the northern shore of the Keweenaw Peninsula, where the Big Betsy River and Little Betsy River drain into the cold waters of Lake Superior. This coastal landscape is defined by its hydrology, anchored by the large Lake Gratiot to the west and the smaller Deer Lake to the northeast. Near the southern edge of the survey, Winters Cr flows toward the coast at Black Rock Point, a distinctive geological feature marking the entrance to Betsy Bay. The network of secondary roads, including Gay Rd and Lac La Belle Rd, connects these isolated points of habitation to the larger timber and mining regions of the peninsula. The map reveals the intricate drainage patterns that have shaped the development of this northern Michigan coastline, providing a clear record of the area's shoreline and inland water bodies.