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2011 Map of Smith Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The West Branch Manistique River and the main channel of the Manistique River define this Upper Peninsula landscape, characterized by an intricate network of wetlands and oxbow formations. These water systems are marked by numerous named sloughs, including Bear Town Slough, Catfish Slough, and Klegstads Slough, which suggest a history of seasonal water movement and changing river courses. The southern reaches of the map show the localized recreational hub at the Manistique River Campground.

Away from the riverbanks, the terrain is dotted with small lakes such as Smith Lake, Doyle Lake, and the cluster at Camp Nine Lakes. The road network, including Highrollways Rd and Stutts Rd, provides access through this timberland and marsh environment. The presence of features like Merwin Creek and Marblehead Lake illustrates the dense concentration of hydrographic features that have shaped the land use and accessibility of this part of Schoolcraft County.