2011 Map of Herman

About this map

Herman sits within the heavily forested terrain of Baraga County, serving as a focal point for a landscape defined by its complex network of waterways and early 21st-century rural routes. The Silver River and its East Branch carve through the terrain, featuring notable landmarks such as Upper Silver Falls and Harley Falls. The presence of the Herman Cemetery and the settlement of Summit further south reflect the enduring community footprint in this part of Michigan. Local roads, often bearing family or regional names like Keranen, Huhtala, and Taisto, provide access to several secluded water bodies, including Kortio Lake and Little Summit Lake. This topography illustrates a region where the natural environment of the Upper Peninsula dictates the patterns of local travel and historical land use along roads like Celotex Rd and Tama Siding.