2014 Map of Vista Falls

About this map

Vista Falls and the surrounding wilderness of the Ottawa National Forest characterize this section of the Upper Peninsula. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways, most notably the W Br Sturgeon River which winds through the northern half of the quadrangle, joined by tributaries such as Perjury Cr and Maronen Cr. The southern portion is marked by the drainage of Silver River and the meandering Wiggle Cr. Human activity is primarily limited to forest management and recreation, evident in the crossing of the N Country National Scenic Trail. A grid of service and local roads, including S Laird Rd and Peterson Rd, provides access to these timberlands. The boundary between Ontonagon and Houghton counties bisects the western edge, showing the jurisdictional divide in this heavily forested terrain.