2019 Map of Marlborough

About this map

The Pere Marquette Wild and Scenic River winds through the northern portion of this landscape, anchoring a region defined by its dense network of glacial lakes and wetlands. The settlement of Marlborough sits near the river's path, while the southern reaches are dominated by the Manistee National Forest. This 2019 survey documents a landscape where traditional transit and recreation intersect, notably at the Baldwin Municipal Airport and along various forest roads. Researchers can trace local heritage through several small burial grounds, including Oaklawn Cem and Lilley Cem, which serve as quiet landmarks for the communities of Lilley and Bitely. The map details numerous water bodies such as Pickerel Lake and the curiously named Railroad Lake, illustrating the post-glacial topography that has shaped Newaygo and Lake Counties. This area remains a hybrid of protected federal wilderness and small-town Michigan life, linked by the Middle Br Pere Marquette River.