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2013 Map of Birchwood

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Birchwood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The village of Birchwood serves as the hub for this lake-strewn region of northwestern Wisconsin, where the landscape is defined by a dense cluster of glacial kettle lakes and waterways. The village layout is dominated by its proximity to Lake Chetac, Birch Lake, and Balsam Lake, while the local Birchwood Water Tower stands as a central landmark within the community. Further south, the small settlement of Angus sits near the crossing of several county roads, illustrating the transition from the dense lake clusters to more open terrain.

Modern infrastructure for both transit and recreation is evident throughout the survey. Local aviation is supported by small airstrips including Lilac Time Airport, Will-Be-Gone Airport, and Florida North Airport. For hikers, the Ice Age Natl Scenic Trl winds through the southwestern corner of the quadrangle, passing near Pickerel Lake and Stouts Point, providing a glimpse into the managed natural corridors that preserve the area's distinct topography.