2019 Map of Rockwood

About this map

Rockwood and its neighboring riverfront communities occupy a landscape defined by the convergence of the Huron River and the Detroit River as they enter Lake Erie. The settlement pattern reflects a deeply aquatic geography, where towns like Gibraltar and South Rockwood are stitched together by a complex network of drains and creeks, including the Frank and Poet Drain and Silver Creek. Along the coastline, seasonal or residential enclaves like Maple Beach and Milleville Beach sit near the extensive wetlands of Point Mouillee, while the Trenton Channel separates the mainland from a chain of significant islands such as Celeron Island, Hickory Island, and Elba Island. Local transit and commerce are anchored by the Norfolk Southern rail line and the presence of the Grosse Ile Municipal Airport at the map's eastern edge. The map captures the specialized land use of the Wayne and Monroe County border, balancing industrial corridors with significant conservation areas and small-town residential hubs.