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1951 Map of Otsego Lake

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Otsego Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Otsego Lake serves as the central hub of this 1951 landscape, surrounded by a dense concentration of mid-century resorts and vacation infrastructure. The eastern shore is particularly developed with landmarks like Arbutus Beach, Pearll City, and numerous private camps including Birchen's Cabins and Hillside Resort. This era reveals a thriving recreational economy, evidenced by the cluster of lakeside properties such as Eyedylwild Beach and the Otsego Lake State Park.

Away from the water, the survey identifies important local infrastructure and land use, from the New York Central railroad line to the Pigeon River State Forest. Notable points for local historians include the Otsego Lake Cemetery, the Chub Lake Fire Tower, and the Waters Airport near the southern map boundary. The presence of the Mercury Fishing Club on Big Chub Lake and the Old Highland Lakes Estate Observation Tower highlights the area's established role as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts in northern Michigan.