2017 Map of Westwood

About this map

Westwood and Darragh sit within a landscape defined by an intricate network of glacial lakes and wetlands along the border of Antrim and Kalkaska counties. The topography is dominated by water, from the expansive Manistee Lake in the southeast to the source waters of the Boardman River and Rapid River. These waterways provided the foundation for early settlement and seasonal camps, with the terrain ranging from the dense Mahan Swamp to the clusters of smaller basins like Peters Lake, Davis Lake, and Rainbow Lake. Cultural markers like the Cold Spring Cem and historical transit routes like Mackinac Trl offer a look into the long-standing community structure of this pocket of Northern Michigan. The map reveals a high density of named water bodies, including Little Wheeler Lake and Lake of the Woods, reflecting the region's legacy as a destination for outdoor recreation and local residence.