1960 Map of Alice Lake

About this map

Alice Lake forms the central hub of this northern water system, situated within the vast protected reaches of the Superior National Forest. This mapping, updated in the mid-1980s from earlier 1960 surveys, documents the intricate landscape of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The geography is defined by a dense network of interconnected basins including Thomas Lake, Fraser Lake, and Adams Lake, all linked by the winding course of the Kawishiwi River. Many of the smaller water bodies carry distinctive names like Blissful Lake, Struggle Lake, and Caveman Lake, reflecting the character of the portage routes and campsites used by travelers. The lack of roads or permanent structures emphasizes the wilderness designation, highlighting a landscape preserved for its natural hydrology and original drainage patterns through the Malberg Lake and Amber Lake regions.