2023 Map of Waco Lake

About this map

The Hiawatha National Forest dominates this section of the Upper Peninsula, revealing a complex network of glacial lakes and wetlands. The central corridor is defined by the Sturgeon Wild and Scenic River, which winds through the landscape alongside drainage systems like Eighteenmile Creek and Johnson Creek. This area in Delta County is characterized by numerous small, isolated water bodies including Waco Lake, Dana Lake, and Kenobo Lake, many of which appear to have limited road access, suggesting a preserved wilderness character. The presence of the Nahma Grade Sno-mo Tr indicates the repurposing of historical transport corridors for modern recreation, likely following the path of an older logging grade. Small named features like Billy Good Lake and Plumbob Lake offer specific points of interest for local historians and those studying the distribution of inland water resources within Michigan's forest lands.