2015 Map of Mercer

About this map

Mercer serves as the central hub of this Northwoods landscape, where the Turtle River and Little Turtle River wind through a complex network of glacial lakes and wetlands. The community is situated at the junction of several local routes, including Co Rd J and W Echo Lake Rd, with the Mercer Cem located south of the main settlement. The presence of a Railroad Grade running past Spider Lake and Plantation Lake points to the area's industrial history, likely tied to timber or early transit corridors that shaped Iron County. To the southeast, the small settlement of Manitowish sits along the Manitowish River, illustrating the importance of water systems to early development. Dozens of named water bodies, from the larger Grand Portage Lake to the secluded Lac de Beaumont, define the geography, reflecting a region deeply intertwined with its hydrography and logging-era infrastructure.