2011 Map of Bowstring Lake

About this map

Bowstring Lake dominates this northern landscape, its expansive waters surrounded by a network of smaller glacial lakes and rivers. The settlement of Inger is situated along the Bowstring River in the southwestern portion of the quadrangle, serving as a primary point of reference in this lake-rich region. The area's topography is marked by the presence of the Mesabi Range in the southeast, contrasting with the lower-lying wetlands and shoreline. Local history and genealogy are preserved at the Inger Cemetery and Donnelly Cemetery, located on opposite sides of the larger lake. A intricate web of forest and county roads, including Sand Lake Rd, Rainbow Rd, and Co Hwy 36, provides access to the numerous water bodies such as Mushgee Lake, Minni-Car-Car Lake, and Portage Lake, which characterize the Northwoods geography of Itasca County.