Burt and Mullett (Cheboygan)

Burt Lake and Mullett Lake in Cheboygan County, Michigan

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Burt Lake and Mullett Lake are Michigan's fourth and fifth largest inland lakes, forming the centerpiece of northern Michigan's legendary 38-mile Inland Waterway that connects seven state parks, three rivers, and multiple pristine lakes from near Petoskey on Lake Michigan to Cheboygan on Lake Huron. Burt Lake spans 17,120 acres with 35 miles of shoreline and reaches a maximum depth of 73 feet, while neighboring Mullett Lake covers 17,360 acres with 28 miles of shoreline and plunges to an impressive 120-foot depth, making it one of Michigan's deepest inland waters. Both lakes were named after the surveyors who mapped this region from 1840 to 1843, William Austin Burt and John Mullett, and they're connected by the Indian River that flows between them, creating an uninterrupted boating corridor used for centuries as a Native American trade route. The lakes feature variable bathymetry with shallow flats ideal for swimming and sandbars perfect for anchoring, contrasted with deep holes that provide exceptional coldwater and warmwater fishing opportunities for walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, lake trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, yellow perch, bluegill, rock bass, and the state-record lake sturgeon that was caught in Mullett Lake. Crystal-clear spring-fed waters, excellent water quality, and diverse aquatic habitat support thriving fish populations that attract anglers year-round, while Burt Lake State Park on Burt's southeast corner provides 2,000 feet of sandy shoreline, modern camping facilities, swimming beaches, and access to the Sturgeon River, one of the Lower Peninsula's fastest-flowing blue ribbon trout streams.

The Burt and Mullett Lake region sits in the heart of Michigan's vacation paradise, centered around the charming town of Indian River located directly between the two lakes along the famous Inland Waterway corridor. Indian River offers convenient access off Interstate 75 with dockside dining, shopping, lodging options including Pines Cottages and Fay Martin Resort, and the iconic National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods featuring a massive 55-foot redwood crucifix with a seven-ton bronze Jesus sculpture by Marshall Fredericks that attracts thousands of visitors annually. The area provides endless recreational opportunities including the Pigeon River Country State Forest where visitors can observe Michigan's largest free-roaming elk herd east of the Mississippi, Black Mountain Recreation Area with trails for hiking, skiing, biking, horseback riding and ORV use, hundreds of miles of snowmobile trails, and proximity to Mackinac Island and the Mackinac Bridge just 25 miles north. Boaters can lock through the historic Cheboygan River Lock dating to 1869 and cruise the entire Inland Waterway, while fishing enthusiasts enjoy multiple boat launches, full-service marinas, and participation in annual walleye tournaments and the famous Top O' Michigan Outboard Marathon held each August. The region features championship golf courses, the Cheboygan Opera House for cultural entertainment, Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park with its reconstructed water-powered sawmill and zipline adventures, downtown Cheboygan's waterfront shopping and dining district, and Aloha State Park on Mullett Lake offering 285 modern campsites and swimming beaches, all making this northern Michigan destination ideal for families seeking classic Up North experiences combining water sports, fishing, camping, wildlife viewing, and small-town hospitality.

These magnificent laser-cut wooden lake maps of Burt Lake and Mullett Lake would make stunning centerpieces for your northern Michigan lake home, cottage, or any space celebrating your connection to the legendary Inland Waterway and Michigan's pristine inland waters. The intricate multi-layered design captures both lakes in exquisite detail, showcasing Burt Lake's expansive 35-mile shoreline and varying depths descending to 73 feet alongside Mullett Lake's impressive 28-mile perimeter and dramatic plunge to 120 feet, connected by the Indian River corridor that has served as a water highway for centuries. With natural wood top layers and gradient blue water layers flowing from light to dark blue, these handcrafted pieces create a sophisticated rustic elegance that perfectly complements traditional northwoods lodge decor, contemporary lake house interiors, or classic Up North cabin aesthetics. Whether displayed side by side as a stunning matched set or individually in different rooms, these wooden maps become instant conversation pieces celebrating Michigan's fourth and fifth largest inland lakes, the historic Inland Waterway, and the timeless beauty of northern Michigan's lake country. They make exceptional personalized gifts for anglers who've battled trophy walleye and muskie in these waters, boating enthusiasts who've cruised the entire waterway system, lakefront property owners, or anyone who treasures their memories of summer days, championship fishing tournaments, and peaceful evenings watching sunsets over these magnificent interconnected waters that define the heart of Pure Michigan.

Dimensions:

Small: 8"x12"

Medium: 12"x18"

Large: 16"x24"

Extra Large: 20"x30"

XX Large: 24"x36"

Gigantic 30"x45"

HD Extra Large: 20"x30" - 15 Layers

HD XX Large: 24"x36" - 15 Layers

HD Gigantic 30"x45" - 15 Layers

The difference between standard and HD maps is the number of layers. Standard maps have 1 land layer and 7 water layers. " The HD lake maps have 1 land layer and 14 water layers. So twice the detail. The HD Maps are limited to Extra Large, " XX Large, and Gigantic sizes only. On the smaller sizes the depth change of the wood is too extreme and you end up losing detail."