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1957 Map of Ensign Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

The Canada-United States border cuts through a sprawling network of glacial lakes and portages in the late 1950s, a period when this international wilderness remained largely undeveloped. On the Canadian side, Quetico Provincial Park dominates the landscape across Hunter Island, characterized by large water bodies such as Agnes Lake and Kahshahpiwi Lake. The map illustrates the rugged connectivity of the region, where travel relied on water routes and established crossings. To the south, within the Superior National Forest in Minnesota, Prairie Portage serves as a critical junction for travelers, marked by a Customs Station at the edge of the wilderness. This survey reveals the preservation of the borderlands' natural character, highlighting landmarks like Louisa Falls and the numerous named islands and bays that define the Northwoods navigation routes of the era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1957
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain