2015 Map of Babbs Island

About this map

The Flambeau River winds through the southeastern corner of this Wisconsin-Sawyer County borderland, where it surrounds the small landform of Babbs Island. This 2015 survey reveals a landscape heavily defined by its drainage network, with the Thornapple River meandering across the northern and western sections of the quadrangle. The interior is largely roadless and dominated by topographical contours that suggest a dense, wooded wilderness, punctuated by smaller tributaries like Bear Cr, Beaver Cr, and Boss Cr. Transportation is limited to peripheral routes such as Co Hwy M and Bear Lake Rd, alongside various unnamed logging paths. The area remains largely undeveloped, preserving the character of the Northwoods before reaching more established settlements. This map serves as a detailed record of the region's hydrography and forestry-related infrastructure in the early twenty-first century.