1983 Map of Houghton Lake

About this map

Houghton Lake defines the eastern edge of this Michigan landscape, where the town of Houghton Lake Heights sits alongside the water. The 1980s terrain is characterized by a massive network of wetlands and managed water levels, including the Dead Stream Flooding, Houghton Lake Flats Flooding, and Dead Horse Bridge Flooding. These marshy areas are bordered by the Pere Marquette State Forest and Au Sable State Forest, creating a unique environment for the Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area. Small settlements like Nellsville and Loxley are connected by local routes such as Nellsville Road and Federal Ave. The map also captures infrastructure serving the lakeside community, from the Houghton Lake Landing Strip to the Township Cemetery, alongside industrial features like a Gravel Pit. Local residents utilized several Public Access Boat Ramps and a Campground to navigate the shores and North Bay.