2017 Map of Lake NE

About this map

The Muskegon River and Middle Branch River headwaters converge in this corner of Clare and Osceola counties, defining a landscape dominated by glacial depressions and significant wetlands. A dense network of water bodies, including Big Mud Lake and Big Cranberry Lake, illustrates the post-glacial hydrography of the region. The map highlights the transition between watersheds, where the N Br Chippewa River flows to the south while the Muskegon system drains toward the northwest. Recreational and seasonal development is evident around smaller named waters such as Lake Tahoe and Windover Lake. Historically-rooted pathways like the Lake Tahoe Trl and the named trail systems near the Green Pine Lake pathway suggest a long-standing use of the area for timber or transit. Local landmarks like Doss Field stand out among the dispersed network of county roads.