2019 Map of Ensign

About this map

The settlement of Ensign is situated at a crossroads in Delta County, serving as a gateway to the expansive Hiawatha National Forest. This terrain is defined by a dense network of tributaries including the W Br Ogontz River and Mormon Cr, which navigate a landscape of significant wetlands like Halman Marsh. The presence of Ogontz Cem and Johnston Cem near Johnston Cr provides critical markers for genealogists and local historians documenting the early families of the area. Modern recreation is well-established through the Big Bay De Noc Snomo (Snow) and the 2231 OHV Trail, reflecting the transition from timber extraction to a recreational economy within the forest boundaries. Numerous small water bodies, such as Peterson Lake and the Lost Lakes, are scattered throughout the northern sections, illustrating the glacial hydrography of the Upper Peninsula.