2013 Map of Backus

About this map

Backus serves as the central hub of this Cass County landscape, situated along the eastern shore of Pine Mountain Lake. The town's layout is defined by the intersection of state routes and residential streets like Washburn Ave E and Front St S, where local landmarks such as the Evergreen Cem and the Backus Municipal Airport are established. Beyond the town limits, the terrain is characterized by a dense network of glacial water bodies and wetlands, including the uniquely named Sleepy Island Lake, Trestle Lake, and Ox Camp Lake. The drainage system is anchored by the South Fork Pine River, which meanders through the southern half of the quadrangle. Recreational and forestry interests are evident in the presence of the Pine Mountain Lookout Tower and the Pine Mountain Campground, while remote paths like the Bull Moose Trl suggest a landscape used for both timber management and backwoods navigation.