2023 Map of Ralph NE

About this map

The North Branch Ford River and West Branch Escanaba River define the hydraulic character of this Upper Peninsula landscape, where water drainage patterns dictate the historical access routes across the Marquette and Dickinson county line. The terrain is marked by a network of seasonal trails and backcountry roads such as Lake Oneil Rd and Schwartz Creek Rd, which provide access to isolated water bodies like O'Neil Lake, Van Derlin Lake, and Mud Lake. This area reflects the typical timber and recreation-focused land use of the central Upper Peninsula, where named features are primarily hydrologic or related to forest management infrastructure like W Tower Rd. The intricate wetlands surrounding McGregor Creek and Flat Rock Creek highlight the drainage challenges that have historically influenced road placement, including Co Hwy COO and Aimone Rd.