2016 Map of Elmwood Island

About this map

Chippewa National Forest dominates this northern Minnesota landscape, where the boundary between Koochiching and Itasca counties cuts through a complex network of glacial lakes and wetlands. The central terrain is defined by substantial water bodies like Island Lake and Moose Lake, with Elmwood Island forming a prominent landmark within the western waters. Small-scale infrastructure such as Moose Lake Resort Rd and Co Rd 159 provides access to these remote reaches, which are managed for conservation and recreation. The mapping of the Welch Lake Impoundment and the Eel Lake Impoundment indicates a landscape modified for water level management, supporting the diverse ecosystems found at the Wildlife Marsh and along Moose Brook.