1996 Map of Decker Lake

About this map

The Chippewa National Forest and Blackduck State Forest dominate this mid-1990s landscape on the boundary of Beltrami and Itasca counties. This northern Minnesota terrain is defined by its complex hydrography, featuring a network of glacial lakes and wetlands including Decker Lake, Christenson Lake, and the winding course of the Third River. The map captures a moment of managed wilderness, where natural features like Skimerhorn Lake—noted for having boat access but no ramp—exist alongside subtle industrial markers such as a Gravel Pit. The township areas of Summit and Moose Park reflect the region's low-density settlement pattern, preserved within the state and federal forest boundaries. This survey is particularly useful for understanding the exact water levels and forest boundaries established toward the end of the twentieth century.