2017 Map of Tower

About this map

The settlement of Tower serves as a focal point in this portion of Cheboygan County, situated where the Black River is harnessed by the Tower Pond dam. The landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, featuring numerous named water bodies including Kleber Pond, Gross Lake, and McLavey Lake. This 2017 survey illustrates a region where timber and water remain central to the geography, with the N Eastern State Trail cutting through the northern sections, likely following a former rail corridor. Local landmarks like Forest Lawn Cem and family-named terrain features such as Huckleberry Hollow and Martins Grove provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians. Further south, the river descends through Crockett Rapids, highlighting the elevation changes that once drove local industry.