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2023 Map of Vermilac

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Vermilac
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Vermilac and the surrounding Baraga County backcountry are defined by a complex network of waterways and trails in this modern survey. The Sturgeon River cuts through the northern landscape, marked by a series of cascades including Upper Falls, Canyon Falls, and Lower Canyon Falls. These natural features are accessible via the North Country National Scenic Trl, which winds across the township lines of T49N and T48N.

South of the river, the terrain is dotted with significant water bodies such as King Lake, Parent Lake, and Worm Lake, which feed into the Vermilac River and Murphy River. The map also captures the path of historic thoroughfares like Old US Hwy 41 and Old M-28, tracing the evolution of transportation in the Upper Peninsula. These roads and the presence of smaller drainages like Pelkie Creek and Hickey Creek illustrate the historical importance of water management and transit in this forested region.