1951 Map of Raco

About this map

Raco and the Raco Ranger Sta anchor the northern reaches of this mid-century survey, where the Duluth South Shore and Atlantic railroad cuts through the heavy timberlands of the Upper Peninsula. The landscape is defined by its complex hydrology and forest management, situated at the intersection of the Marquette National Forest and Munuscong State Forest. Waterways like the Waiska River and the North Pine River snake through the terrain, punctuated by features like Delirium Pond and Squirrel Tail Inn. The presence of Camp Dearborn and various small creeks, such as McMahen Creek and Horseshoe Creek, suggests a period when this part of Chippewa County was primarily used for logging, forestry administration, and seasonal recreation. This 1951 field-checked map provides a precise record of the road and rail infrastructure that supported the remote settlements of Kinross and the surrounding woodlands.