2019 Map of Gibbs City

About this map

Gibbs City and Hazel are the primary points of settlement in this northern Michigan wilderness, situated along the river networks of the Ottawa National Forest. The landscape is dominated by the complex hydrology of the Iron County highlands, where the Paint Wild and Scenic River and its various branches create a corridor of protected waterways. Transport through this timbered area relies on a mix of local routes like Gibbs City Rd and recreational paths such as the Iron Co Drv-6 Snowmobile Trl. To the south, the terrain softens into a lake-rich district featuring Iron Lake, Webb Lake, and Morrison Lake. These water bodies, fed by smaller streams like Autio Cr and Costigan Cr, define the local geography and provide a clear view of the natural drainage patterns that have shaped the development of Bates Township.