Three Lakes Michigan Map

About Three Lakes, Michigan

Three Lakes is a locality in Baraga County, Michigan, United States. It is a small community with a population of 172. The population density is 14.3 people per km². Three Lakes is located at 46.5544°N, 88.2012°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 49861.

Three Lakes rests in a quiet corner of the Keweenaw Peninsula, a place where the land rolls with a gentle persistence, eventually yielding to the vast, dark waters of the Great Lakes. It lies 114.1 miles north-north-west of Door, WI (from Door, WI: bearing 331°T), and is situated 18.4 miles south-east of LAnse. Here, the terrain is a mosaic of dense woodlands, their greens deepening to near black in the shadowed valleys, interspersed with open, boggy meadows where the air hangs heavy with the scent of damp earth and pine needles. The sky above is a broad, often dramatic canvas, stretching from horizon to horizon, and when the clouds break, the sunlight slants through the trees in sharp, golden shafts, illuminating the moss-covered rocks and the intricate lacework of fallen branches. The character of Three Lakes is one of quiet resilience, a place shaped by the elements and the enduring spirit of those who have made their lives here. The history of Three Lakes is deeply entwined with the bounty of its surrounding forests and waters. Early settlers were drawn to the region for its rich timber stands, and the logging industry, though now a ghost of its former self, left its mark on the landscape and the local lore. The economy today still leans on the natural resources, with fishing and a modest tourism trade providing livelihoods for many. The nearby waters, dotted with islands and harboring a diverse aquatic life, offer a refuge for both wildlife and those seeking a slower pace. It is a place where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the day, and the quiet hum of the wind through the pines is the dominant sound, a constant reminder of the wild beauty that defines Three Lakes.

About This Three Lakes Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Three Lakes, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 46.55438, -88.201246. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Three Lakes and Baraga County.

Detailed location data for Three Lakes includes the ZIP code (49861), telephone area code (906), county seat of Baraga County (L'Anse), and school district assignment (N.I.C.E. Community Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Three Lakes is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.