2023 Map of Island Lake

About this map

Huron National Forest dominates this section of Oscoda County, where a dense network of recreational trails and forest roads crisscrosses a landscape defined by glacial kettle lakes and creek drainages. The area is characterized by an extensive trail system including the Mi Shore To Shore Horse&Hike Trl and the Oscoda-Alcona Smt-Dnr96 Trl, reflecting the region's long-standing use for timber and outdoor recreation. Pockets of local history are preserved at sites like the Union Corners Cem and the solitary Hughes Grave near Hughes Lake. Water is a defining element throughout the quadrangle, from the larger Loon Lake and Island Lake to smaller named basins like Bird Lake and Echo Lake. Elevations rise toward Timberline Mtn in the east, while the East Branch Big Creek drains the central interior.