2019 Map of Alice Lake

About this map

Alice Lake and the surrounding wilderness of the Superior National Forest define this landscape within Lake County. The map documents an intricate network of glacial lakes and waterways, connected by the Kawishiwi River and established portages such as Thomas-Cacabic. This area, a critical component of the Boundary Waters region, shows the complex hydrology of northern Minnesota, where water bodies like Thomas Lake, Fishdance Lake, and Amber Lake are separated only by narrow ridges of land and short connecting streams. The absence of roads and the reliance on traditional water routes underscore the region's enduring character as a preserved interior wilderness. From the northern reaches of Adams Lake to the southern waters of Hope Lake, the survey provides a precise look at the elevation and drainage patterns that have guided travel through these woods for generations.