2022 Map of Crane Lake

About this map

The international border weaves through the complex waterways of this northern wilderness, where the Voyageurs National Park meets the Superior National Forest. This borderlands geography is defined by narrow passages and expansive water bodies, including Sand Point Lake and Little Vermilion Lake, which are linked by strategic channels like King Williams Narrows and Harrison Narrows. The settlement of Crane Lake serves as a primary access point at the southwestern edge, connecting local routes like Highway 74 and Nelson RD to the vast aquatic network of East Bay and the Loon River. The landscape is dotted with named islands and points such as Bear Island, Wolf Point, and Ingersolls Island, highlighting a transition from recreational settlement to protected wilderness where historical portages and modern trails like the Voyageur Snowmobile Trl crisscross the terrain.