2011 Map of Hog Island East

About this map

Lake Michigan surrounds a cluster of uninhabited landmasses in the Beaver Island archipelago, documented here by the U.S. Geological Survey. The eastern shoreline of Hog Island is the primary terrestrial feature, defined by the sheltered waters of Fisherman Bay and several smaller satellite islands. The presence of Grays Reef to the east indicates the underwater topography and navigational hazards that characterize this part of the lake. Other distinct landforms include the small outcroppings of Hat Island, Shoe Island, Tims Island, and Horseshoe Island. This survey captures the coastline and maritime features of these isolated Michigan islands at a time when they remained primarily natural habitats, undisturbed by significant development or modern infrastructure.