Superior National Forest defines this borderland landscape, where the international boundary between Minnesota and Canada weaves through a complex network of waterways. Dominating the northern reaches is Lac la Croix, a massive water body containing several landforms including Twentyfive Island and the large Coleman Island. This modern survey illustrates the intricate hydrography of the region, where narrow passages like Fish Stake Narrows connect broader expanses of water. To the south, the topography is punctuated by numerous named lakes such as Ge-be-on-e-quet Lake, Kelsey Lake, and Wabang Lake. The map details the indented shorelines of the larger bays, specifically Lady Boot Bay and Never Fail Bay, reflecting the glacial character of this protected wilderness area in St. Louis County.
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1954 · International Falls
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · International Falls
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Quetico
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · International Falls
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1963 · Coleman Island
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1963 · Takucmich Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1963 · Iron Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1963 · Shell Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1963 · Lake Agnes
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1968 · Quetico
USGS Topo · 1:250,000