2017 Map of Prickett Lake

About this map

Prickett Lake and the Canoe-Sturgeon River dominate this portion of the Ottawa National Forest along the border of Houghton and Baraga counties. Controlled by the Prickett Dam, the waters of the Sturgeon River flow through a landscape defined by significant timber management and recreational infrastructure, including the N Country National Scenic Trail and the Fishing Site Rd. The terrain is marked by prominent elevations like Silver Mt, where the Silver River and Little Silver River converge to the west. Farther south, the river drops over Sturgeon Falls, a key natural landmark in this drainage system. This survey reveals a complex network of Forest Service roads such as Forest Rd 193 and Forest Rd 581, illustrating how the region's wilderness is accessed for both resource management and public use.