2017 Map of Flower Creek

About this map

The eastern shore of Lake Michigan defines this landscape, where the shifting sands and coastal drainage of Muskegon and Oceana Counties meet. This 2017 survey captures the interface of the Manistee National Forest and the northern edge of Montague, providing a detailed look at the rural property grid and coastal geography of West Michigan. Local history and genealogy are anchored by several established burial grounds, including Flower Creek Cem, Hubbard Cem, and the cluster of Oakwood Cem and Oak Grove Cem near the town limits. The map follows the complex path of Flower Creek and its tributaries, such as the N Br Flower Cr, as they wind toward the lake. At the southern edge, the map reveals the intricate shoreline of White Lake, marked by prominent features like Indian Point, Long Point, and Dowies Point, illustrating the area’s longstanding relationship with the waterfront and its recreational and residential development.