2017 Map of Silver Lake Basin

About this map

Silver Lake Basin and its surrounding highlands dominate this section of Marquette County, defining a landscape shaped by water and elevation. The northern reaches are characterized by the Yellow Dog Plains, where the Yellow Dog River winds through the terrain, punctuated by significant drops at Wylie Falls and Pinnacle Falls. Historically, the area reflects a transition from early extraction to recreation, evidenced by the presence of Silver Lead Mine Lake and the extensive N Country National Scenic Trail that traverses the ridges. A complex network of smaller water bodies like Stag Lake and Island Lake feeds into the larger basins, while the Dead River flows along the southern edge. The topography is further marked by the Mulligan Plains and several numbered lakes, such as 2 Lake and 8 Lake, illustrating the dense hydrography of this Michigan interior.