2023 Map of Ralph SW

About this map

The Sturgeon River watershed dominates this landscape in Dickinson County, where the East Branch, West Branch, and North Branch converge. The terrain is defined by a dense network of forest roads and trails, including Wells Grade Rd and Seasonal Rd, which navigate the wetlands and lowlands surrounding Sixmile Lake and Solberg Lake. Historically significant routes like Groveland Mine Rd hint at the industrial heritage of the Upper Peninsula, while named pathways such as Up16 Trl and Up5 Trl suggest a modern focus on backcountry access. The northern reaches of the area are drained by the Ford River, illustrating the complex hydrology of this part of Michigan. The absence of concentrated settlements emphasizes the remote, natural character of the township boundaries like t43n r29w and t42n r30w.