2016 Map of Beth Lake

About this map

The Superior National Forest dominates this northern Minnesota landscape, characterized by a complex network of glacial lakes and portage-connected waterways. Modern forest management and recreation routes are visible through the inclusion of the Sawbill Trail and the Perent Lake Road, providing access to the deep interior of Cook County. The map details numerous water bodies including Beth Lake, Alton Lake, and Sawbill Lake, which are central to the region's wilderness character. Historical travel patterns are suggested by named portages and connecting trails such as Grace Lake - Beth Lake and Alton - Beth. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, routes like The Grade and Cross River - Wininger Lake trace the legacy of earlier logging operations and backroad development within the national forest boundary.