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2011 Map of Merwin Lake

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Merwin Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Manistique River winds heavily through this portion of Schoolcraft County, creating a complex network of oxbows and marshy terrain. This landscape is defined by its water, from the steady flow of Bear Creek and Little Duck Creek to the quiet waters of McIntyre Lake and Salter Lake. The intricate path of the river dominates the northern half of the area, while the southern portion transitions into more structured road patterns near Merwin Lake.

Local history and genealogy interests center around Woods Cemetery, positioned centrally along the north-south corridors. Recreation is anchored by the Merwin Creek Campground, situated where Merwin Creek meets the river. Transport in the early 21st century follows a mix of established routes like Port Inland Rd and more functional paths such as the Highwater Truck Trl, reflecting the area's ongoing relationship with the surrounding woods and waterways.