1962 Map of Bruno

About this map

Great Northern and Soo Line tracks converge and parallel one another as they travel through the forest and lake country of Pine and Carlton counties. This 1962 field-checked survey highlights the rail-dependent corridor of small towns like Bruno, Kerrick, Duquette, and Nickerson, which are strung along the tracks like beads. The landscape is defined by its glacial history, featuring an abundance of water bodies including Hanging Horn Lake, Sturgeon Lake, and Moose Lake. These lakes are accompanied by recreational and community landmarks such as Moose Lake Camp, Camp Wanakiawin, and even a Drive-in Theater near Barnum. To the east, the Nemadji State Forest dominates the terrain, where the Nickerson Lookout Tower stands as a sentinel over the dense woodland. Local genealogy is well-supported by numerous burial sites including St Michaels Cem, Bruno Cem, and Riverside Cem.