1956 Map of Michigamme

About this map

The settlement of Michigamme sits on the northwestern shore of the expansive Lake Michigamme, serving as a central hub for the mid-1950s timber and transport economy of the Upper Peninsula. The Duluth South Shore and Atlantic railroad skirts the northern edge of the lake, providing a critical link through the heavily wooded terrain of the Michigamme State Forest and Baraga State Forest. This landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, where numerous smaller bodies of water like Keewaydin Lake, Indian Lake, and Lake Sixteen are connected by a network of drainage including the West Branch Peshekee River. Near the town, Lakeview Cem and Presbytery Point offer specific landmarks for genealogical research, while the presence of named islands such as Sundstrum Island and Ramsey Island highlights the intricate shoreline that has long shaped local recreation and industry.