
The Hiawatha National Forest dominates this 1931 survey of the Michigan Upper Peninsula, revealing a complex landscape of glacial lakes and wetlands. The intricate shoreline of Skeels Lake and the serpentine path of the Indian River highlight a region where water routes were essential for timber and early recreation. This area, spanning the Alger and Schoolcraft county lines, shows the wilderness before modern road development was fully realized. Significant landmarks for local history include Hill Tower and several large water bodies like McKeaver Lake and Petes Lake. The map serves as a vital record of this backcountry during the early years of the National Forest's management, documenting named lakes such as Straits Lake and Grassy Lake that remain central to the region's geography.
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1931 · Steuben SW
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1931 · Shingleton SW
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1931 · Steuben NW
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1931 · Munising SE
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1932 · Skeels Lake SE
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1932 · Skeels Lake NW and SW
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1958 · Corner Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1958 · Munising
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1958 · Shingleton
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1958 · Steuben
USGS Topo · 1:62,500