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2014 Map of Silver Lake Basin

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Silver Lake Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Yellow Dog Plains and the adjacent Mulligan Plains dominate this portion of the Upper Peninsula, defining a landscape of high plateaus and sharp river descents. The drainage of the Yellow Dog River is marked by significant topographical shifts, featuring Wylie Falls and Pinnacle Falls as the water moves toward the eastern boundary. To the south, the Silver Lake Basin serves as a major hydrological anchor, surrounded by numerous smaller water bodies such as Silver Lead Mine Lake and the Rocking Chair Lakes.

Modern recreation and historical access intersect here, with the N Country National Scenic Trail winding through the center of the map. The road network is sparse, consisting primarily of routes like Triple A Rd and Silver Lake Rd, reflecting the area's character as a managed timber and wilderness tract. The presence of Mulligan Falls and numerous named creeks like Voelkers Cr and Dead River highlights the complex watershed system of Marquette County.