2018 Map of Barker Lake

About this map

The confluence of the East Fork Chippewa River and the West Fork Chippewa River defines this northern Wisconsin landscape, where the waters flow into the expansive Lake Chippewa. Large portions of the terrain are preserved within the Chequamegon National Forest, characterized by a dense network of glacial lakes including Beaver Lake, Tamarack Lake, and Venison Lake. The area's water-focused geography is highlighted by features such as Wagon Wheel Island and the constricted passage at Cranberry Narrows. Local infrastructure is concentrated along the southern portion of the quadrangle, with Co Hwy W and Co Rd B providing access to seasonal residences and recreational sites near Barker Lake. The presence of Venison Spring and various named creeks like Weasel Creek suggest a well-watered wilderness primarily utilized for timber and outdoor recreation by the early twenty-first century.