1996 Map of Coddington Lake

About this map

The Big Fork River and Black Duck River dominate this Northern Minnesota landscape, where the convergence of major state and federal forest boundaries creates a patchwork of protected wilderness. This 1996 survey records the intersection of the Chippewa National Forest, Pine Island State Forest, and Big Fork State Forest near the Itasca and Koochiching county line. Cultural markers are sparse in this wetland-heavy terrain, but the Grafton Cemetery stands as a significant point of local heritage. The map details the hydrology of Coddington Lake and the marshy expanses of Dishpan, including the Dish Pan Wildlife Management Area. Researchers will note the balance of industry and conservation, with several Gravel Pits located near the river systems and primitive water access points like the Boat Access (No Ramp) on the Big Fork.