Sherwood Point Light guards the entrance to the bay, marking a landscape where the waters of Green Bay and Lake Michigan meet. This coastal region of Door County is defined by its maritime history and recreational development. The small community of Idlewild is situated along the shoreline, flanked by leisure destinations such as Schommers Resort and Remys Gilche Gumee Resort and Marina. The map illustrates the varied topography of the shoreline, featuring prominent landmarks like Cabot Point and Quarry Point. Navigation hazards are clearly identified through features such as Sherwood Point Shoal and Larsons Reef. The road network, including Bay Shore Dr and County Hwy M, traces the water's edge, connecting local residences and seasonal resorts to the broader geography of Sturgeon Bay.
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1939 · Marinette
USGS Topo · 1:48,000
1954 · Escanaba
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Manitowoc
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Escanaba
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Escanaba
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Manitowoc
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1960 · Sturgeon Bay
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1961 · Little Sturgeon
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1961 · Chambers Island
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1963 · Marinette East
USGS Topo · 1:24,000