2014 Map of Sugar Mountain

About this map

Isle Royale National Park dominates this landscape, defined by the linear orientation of its volcanic ridges and valleys. The spine of the island is traced by Greenstone Ridge, while Minong Ridge and Red Oak Ridge run parallel, creating a distinct topographical rhythm that dictates the flow of water on this remote part of Michigan. The high points of Mt Desor and Sugar Mtn rise above the surrounding terrain, offering a look at the wilderness interior as it remained in the early 21st century. The map also documents the drainage patterns of the Big Siskiwit River and Little Siskiwit River, which move toward the coast of Lake Superior. Historical sites like the Isle Royale Cem provide a human connection to the island's isolated past, while features like Lily Lake and Carnelian Beach mark specific points of interest along the shoreline and interior trails.