2017 Map of Matchwood NW

About this map

The Norwich Mine Site and its associated Norwich Cem anchor the southeastern corner of this map, representing the long-standing copper mining legacy of the Upper Peninsula. Situated within the Ottawa National Forest, the landscape is defined by the sharp elevations of the Trap Hills and a complex network of waterways, including the West Branch Ontonagon River and the Cranberry River. A segment of the N Country National Scenic Trail winds through these ridges, passing near Cascade Falls. The map reveals the intricate drainage patterns of the region through numerous named tributaries like Mendenhall Cr, Tolfrey Cr, and the Floodwood River, illustrating how the terrain was historically shaped by both geological forces and industrial extraction.