2019 Map of Gilletts Lake

About this map

Gilletts Lake and the surrounding township terrain are defined by a complex network of glacial kettle lakes and marshy drainages east of Jackson. The Portage River meanders through the central landscape, connecting several significant water bodies including Saint John Lake, Eagle Lake, and Brill Lake. This modern survey reveals a countryside where early rural cemetery sites like Harrington Cem, Kinch Cem, and Maxon Cem remain preserved alongside newer recreational corridors. The Lakelands Trail State Park follows a former rail grade through the northern section, passing the small settlement at Roots. Significant elevation points like Coon Hill overlook the low-lying wetlands of Wildcat Cr and Battese Cr, illustrating the persistent drainage patterns that have historically shaped local land use and development in this part of Michigan.