2019 Map of Hagerman Lake

About this map

Nelma sits at the intersection of forest roads and river crossings along the southern edge of this Michigan-Wisconsin borderlands survey. This 2019 data captures a landscape defined by the expansive Ottawa National Forest to the north and the Nicolet National Forest to the south. The upper portions of the Brule River serve as the jurisdictional boundary, winding through dense timber and connecting several major water bodies. Recreational infrastructure is prominent, including the Ge-Chee Ski Trail and Olson Loop, which cater to seasonal outdoor use in this remote lake country. Water features like Hagerman Lake, Ottawa Lake, and Brule Lake provide the primary geographic anchors for the region, while smaller pools such as Lake Twentytwo and Gadwall Lake dot the wetlands. The map details a complex network of forest service roads like Nfst-3117 and Nfst-3110-K that provide access to the timberlands and private parcels tucked between the protected federal forests.