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1999 Map of Prickett Lake

Name: 1999 Topographic Map of Prickett Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

Prickett Lake and the dramatic course of the Sturgeon River anchor this late-twentieth-century topographical study within the Ottawa National Forest. The landscape is defined by the sharp descent of the Sturgeon River Gorge, where the waterway carves through the terrain south of Prickett Dam. This infrastructure, accompanied by a nearby Substation and Gaging Station, indicates the managed use of the river's power. To the west, Silver Mountain rises above the valley, providing a prominent natural landmark near the Sturgeon River Gorge Wilderness.

Recreational access is well-documented via the North Country National Scenic Trail and the Pelkie Creek Hunter Walking Trails. The boundary between Houghton and Baraga counties bisects the lake, while smaller tributaries like Silver Creek, Mustard Creek, and Funk Creek drain the surrounding timberlands. The presence of a Boat Ramp and Scenic Overlook highlights the area's transition into a primary destination for backcountry exploration.