2014 Map of Sand Lake SW

About this map

The Rogue River dominates this landscape as it flows south through the boundary between Newaygo and Kent counties. This 2014 survey documents a glacial terrain dense with kettle lakes and wetlands, including Ransom Lake, Baldwin Lake, and the connected waters of South Lake and Frey Lake. A notable segment of the N Country National Scenic Trail winds through the river valley, passing the small settlement of Sun. Numerous drainage systems, such as Costen Drain and Hilbrand Drain, illustrate the local agricultural and water management history of the region. The map also records family-named water bodies like Chrishaven Lake and Cook and White Lake, providing a clear picture of local landownership and recreational geography in this part of Michigan.