1957 Map of Wolverine

About this map

Burt Lake and Mullett Lake dominate this northern Michigan landscape, connected by the winding Indian River. In the mid-1950s, the region was a mix of recreational shorelines and dense woodlands, with numerous summer camps and beaches such as Wauban Beach, Giauque Beach, and Bowersocks Camp dotting the waterfronts. The New York Central railroad corridor serves as a primary north-south artery, passing through settlements like Topinabee and Wolverine. To the south, the terrain becomes more industrial and rustic, marked by the Hardwood State Forest and several Gravel Pits. Local history is preserved in the location of the Ohioville Sch and School No 1, alongside the Koehler Cem and Silver Lake Cem. The presence of the Wolverine Lookout Tower and Campbell Landing Field reflects the area's ongoing management and rural utility during this era.