2019 Map of Lake Stella

About this map

The Hiawatha National Forest dominates this Central Upper Peninsula landscape, where water and wood have long shaped the local economy. In the northern reaches, the Cleveland Cliffs Basin stands as a significant hydrological feature, while the protected Whitefish Wild and Scenic River corridor winds southward through dense timberlands. The map reveals a complex network of small lakes and seasonal streams, including Lake Stella, Stoner Lake, and Bass Lake, which are characteristic of the glaciated terrain in this part of Michigan. The boundary between Alger and Delta counties bisects the southern portion of the sheet, marking a divide in local administrative history. Evidence of the region’s recreational and conservation focus is visible through features like the Whitefish River Canoe E-Br (Water) and the Upper 18 Mile Lake Loop Bdy, reflecting the transition of these lands from intensive industrial timber production to managed multi-use forest.