1956 Map of Onekama

About this map

Bear Lake and Portage Lake dominate this coastal landscape, situated along the Lake Michigan shoreline during the mid-1950s. The region exhibits a sophisticated network of small settlements and rural infrastructure, from the village of Onekama to the Kaleva railroad junction. Significant land is dedicated to conservation and recreation, including large tracts within the Manistee National Forest and Fife Lake State Forest. Transportation is defined by the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad lines and several notable river crossings such as Bonds Bridge and State Road Bridge. Local genealogy is well-served by the inclusion of numerous rural landmarks, including the Danish Ch and Onekama Cem. The presence of several defunct educational sites, such as Kilborn Sch (Abandoned) and Myers Sch (Abandoned), provides a glimpse into the consolidation of local school districts in Manistee County during this era.