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2011 Map of Saugatuck

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Saugatuck
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Saugatuck and Douglas anchor the Lake Michigan shoreline in this 2011 survey, situated where the Kalamazoo River widens into Kalamazoo Lake before meeting the open water. The map documents a coastal landscape defined by shifting dunes and established maritime infrastructure, including the Old Saugatuck Light House and prominent landforms like Mount Baldhead and Pelican Peak. Along the river’s winding path toward the interior, several marinas such as Schippas Marina and Tower Marine indicate the area's transition into a modern recreational boating hub.

Genealogists will find significant detail in the placement of local burial grounds, including Riverside Cemetery, Gibson Cemetery, and Douglas Cemetery. The map also captures the distinct residential pockets and resort communities that dot the coastline, from Castle Park in the north to Shorewood and Beachmont further south. This period shows the fully developed transportation corridor of the Blue Star Hwy and the nearby Saugatuck Rest Area, reflecting the region's long-standing role as a premier destination for Great Lakes travelers.