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2011 Map of Elmira

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Elmira
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The unincorporated community of Elmira anchors this northern Michigan landscape, where the Elmira Post Office stands near the intersection of several local routes. The area is defined by a dense cluster of small glacial lakes, including Lake Twentyseven, Pettifor Lake, and the Porcupine Lakes, which reflect the region's geological heritage. For those interested in local genealogy, the map identifies three distinct burial grounds: Saint Thomas Cemetery, Hallock Cemetery, and Hayes Cemetery, providing important markers for family history research.

Water features dominate the northern section, particularly the South Branch Boyne River, which flows through the township toward the west. Recreational and community landmarks are also visible, ranging from the Northern Michigan Speedway in the north to the youth retreat at Camp Sancta Marie near Martin Lake. The grid of rural roads like Alba Rd and N Camp 10 Rd connects these scattered lakes and legacy homesteads.