2019 Map of Marten Lake

About this map

The Ottawa National Forest dominates this northern Michigan landscape, where the convergence of Baraga, Houghton, and Iron counties creates a complex network of glacial lakes and wetlands. The protected waters of the Ontonagon Wild and Scenic River flow through the southern portion of the quadrangle, flanked by recreational and ecological sites like Lake Sainte Kathryn and the Deer Marsh Interpretive area. Forest Service roads, including Federal Forest 2127 Rd and Federal Forest 2460 Rd, provide the primary access through the dense woodland. The terrain is characterized by numerous small, named water bodies such as Marten Lake, Norway Lake, and Nesbit Lake, many of which are connected by seasonal streams like Dead Stream and Kildare Cr. This 2019 survey documents a region defined by its conservation status and the persistent presence of natural features like the Roadside Spring and Peck Lake.