1985 Map of Garden Corners

About this map

Big Bay De Noc and the northern shoreline of Lake Michigan anchor this mid-1980s coastal survey of the Upper Peninsula. The landscape is defined by the transition from the Hiawatha National Forest to the waters of the bay, where the Fishdam River and Little Fishdam River reach their outlet. The settlement at Isabella and the junction at Garden Corners serve as the primary hubs, connected by a transportation corridor that follows an Old RR Grade. Local religious life is centered at the Church of St Ann and Bethany Ch, while the interior is marked by numerous creeks such as Camp Eleven Creek and Archambeau Creek. The map documents a rugged timber and water-focused geography, including remote camps like Vans Camp and the prominent landmark of Porcupine Pt along the coast.