2023 Map of Thayer

About this map

The Ottawa National Forest dominates this northern Michigan landscape, where the Ontonagon Wild and Scenic River carves a path through dense woodland. Centered on the small settlement of Thayer, the geography is defined by a glacial lake district including Langford Lake, Spider Lake, and Clearwater Lake. The map reveals a complex network of forest trails and secondary roads such as the Deer Trail Grade and Old US Hwy 2, which indicate the area's transition from early logging routes to modern recreational use. Near Stickley and Stickley Lake, the presence of numerous small water bodies like Deeryard Lake and Hartley Lake highlights the marshy, hydrology-rich character of Gogebic County. This survey captures the region's balance between protected wilderness and the established clusters of rural dwellings that follow the local road network.