2017 Map of Lake Richie

About this map

Isle Royale National Park defines this wilderness landscape, showcasing a complex network of interior waterways and ancient geological formations. The topography is dominated by the parallel alignments of Minong Ridge and Greenstone Ridge, which create a series of narrow valleys filled with numerous freshwater bodies. Centered on Lake Richie, the area includes significant inland waters like Chickenbone Lake, Lake Whittlesey, and the northern reaches of Siskiwit Lake. The map illustrates the island’s unique northeast-southwest orientation, where the rocky coastline of Lake Superior gives way to deep inlets such as Moskey Basin. This 2017 survey details the remote backcountry terrain, marking the numerous smaller lakes like Lake Eva, Lake Shesheeb, and Lake Wagejo that characterize the interior of Michigan's largest island wilderness.