2019 Map of Fife Lake

About this map

Fife Lake sits at the center of this landscape, its waters broken by Helen Island and Florence Island. The village bordering the lake serves as a focal point where multiple county lines converge, including the boundaries of Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Wexford, and Missaukee. The surrounding terrain is defined by a complex network of wetlands and watercourses, including the S Br Boardman River and Twenty-two Cr to the north, while the Manistee River flows along the southern edge. Local history is anchored by several sites of interest, such as the Fife Lake Cem and Saint Aloysius Cem near the town, and the more isolated Clark Cem further south. The presence of Tannehill Airfield and numerous recreational routes like the Shore to Shore Trail and the N Country Trail/Iron Belle Trail indicate a landscape heavily used for both transit and outdoor leisure in the modern era.