2010 Map of Deer Lake East

About this map

Glacial lake basins dominate this portion of Itasca County, where the landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways and timber access routes. Centered on Townline Lake, the area features a high density of named water bodies, ranging from the large expanse of Deer Lake to smaller, distinct basins like Buttonbox Lake, Popple Lake, and Mirror Lake. The transport network is primarily comprised of local and county infrastructure, including the curiously named Roller Coaster Rd and the Horseshoe Forest Trl, which navigate the depressions between these various bodies of water. The topography is subtle but complex, reflecting a wilderness area where lakes like Five Island Lake and Lake Seventeen serve as the primary landmarks. This 2010 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey records the region’s hydrology and road system as they appeared at the start of the decade.