2019 Map of Mesick NE

About this map

The Manistee River winds through this section of Wexford County, defining a landscape of wetlands and forests within the Manistee National Forest. In the northern reaches, the small settlement of Baxter sits near the river crossing at Baxter Bridge, while the N Country National Scenic Trail meanders through the central woodlands. The topography is marked by numerous water bodies, including Cedar Lake, Twin Lakes, and Grassy Lakes, which likely supported local timber or recreational interests over the decades. Genealogists may find interest in the centrally located Soper Cem, situated near several small tributaries like Soper Cr and Adams Cr. The map reveals a transition between established forest service roads and more local grid routes such as W 4 Rd and N 27 Rd, illustrating the intersection of protected wilderness and rural access.