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2022 Map of Chain Lake

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Chain Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Glacial kettle lakes and winding waterways define this pocket of the Wisconsin Northwoods along the border of Rusk Co and Chippewa Co. The landscape is dominated by a dense network of water bodies, notably the complex of interconnected basins including The Narrows, Hungry Lake, and McCann Lake. These waters are separated by prominent terrain features such as Deer Head Pt and Sunrise Pt, which illustrate the irregular shoreline and intricate drainage patterns of the region.

A transition from larger recreational lakes to smaller, isolated ones like Dead Goose Lake and Muskrat Lake reveals the varying hydrology of the glacial till. Local road networks like Co Hwy F and Co Hwy D provide access to these remote shores, while drainage through Potato Creek links the diverse aquatic systems. This modern survey provides a clear view of the established summer residences and wilderness access points that characterize the area today.