1983 Map of Meads Landing

About this map

Higgins Lake and Houghton Lake dominate this northern Michigan landscape, connected by the winding course of the Muskegon River. The 1980s terrain is heavily defined by the expansive Au Sable State Forest and Pere Marquette State Forest, which frame the low-lying Heidemann Marsh and the extensive Dead Stream Flooding area. Industry is represented by the East Norwich Oil Field and Enterprise Oil Field to the west, marking a transition from recreational waters to resource extraction. Local infrastructure is visible in the clusters at Hillcrest and Meads Landing, including the St Huberts church and a noted Covered Bridge. Genealogists may find interest in the documented Heidemann Cem and Oakwood Cem, while the inclusion of the Twp Park and various boat launches underscores the region's enduring character as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts.