2012 Map of Red Oak

About this map

The Au Sable River winds through this landscape, defining the character of Big Creek Township just south of the settlement at Red Oak. The river valley is a focal point of activity, marked by the Parmalee Bridges and a network of recreation-oriented trails such as Matheny Trl and Tuckers Trl. To the northwest, the Elk Hill Lookout Tower stands near Sohn Cr, anchoring a high point in a region dominated by water and woodland. This 2012 survey illustrates a modern grid of rural roads, including Meridian Rd and Townline Rd, intersecting a terrain rich with smaller tributaries like Beaver Cr, Red Cr, and Whitewater Cr. The presence of numerous named drainages and small lakes, such as Glenn Lake, suggests a landscape shaped by seasonal hydrology and conservation land use typical of northern Michigan.