2011 Map of Sands

About this map

Sands and the Marquette County Fairgrounds anchor this portion of the Upper Peninsula, characterized by a complex network of glacial lakes and small tributaries. Small settlements like Gentian and Cascade are situated west of the major transportation corridor of County Rd 553, while the landscape is defined by water bodies such as Pelissier Lake, Strawberry Lake, and Harvey Lake. The terrain transitions from the Ragged Hills in the northwest toward the drainage of the East Branch Escanaba River in the south. Notable geographic landmarks include the Migisy Bluff and Buschell Lake in the north, while the winding course of the Goose Lake Outlet and Peterson Creek underscore the area's intricate hydrology. This era of mapping shows a mix of rural residential development and significant recreational space near the county's hub.