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1954 Map of Bemidji

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Bemidji
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Lower Red Lake and the Red Lake Indian Reservation anchor the northern reaches of this mid-century landscape, a region defined by its vast water bodies and timbered tracts. The city of Bemidji serves as a central hub, situated where the Mississippi River flows through the area. To the east and south, the Chippewa National Forest encompasses a network of large lakes including Winnibigoshish Lake, Cass Lake, and Leech Lake.

Railroad infrastructure is a dominant feature, with the Great Northern and Northern Pacific lines intersecting near Bemidji, while the Soo Line traverses the western edge through settlements like Erskine and Mahnomen. This transit network connects numerous small townships and villages, from Blackduck in the north to Walker on the shores of Walker Bay. The western portion is marked by the White Earth Indian Reservation, highlighting the significant presence of tribal lands throughout this part of northern Minnesota.