2014 Map of Delton

About this map

Gull Lake anchors this 2014 survey of the borderlands between Barry and Kalamazoo counties, revealing a landscape defined by glacial kettle lakes and resort-style shoreline communities. The map provides significant detail for genealogists, identifying burial sites such as the Prairie Home Cem in Richland and the Charlotte Dewey Grave further north. The settlement pattern follows the numerous water bodies, with established clusters at South Gull Lake, Woodlawn Beach, and Midland Park. In the northern half, the terrain transitions to a more agricultural and wooded character, marked by features like The Hogback and Stony Point on Crooked Lake. Smaller hamlets and junctions, including Richland Junction and Hickory Corners, illustrate the historic crossroads and rural hubs that have shaped this region of Southwest Michigan for generations.