2013 Map of Ensign Lake West

About this map

Prairie Portage serves as a critical historical and geographical transition point on this 2013 survey of the boundary waters between Lake County, Minnesota, and Ontario. Located along the international border, this portage connects Sucker Lake and Birch Lake, facilitating travel through a landscape dominated by water. Within the bounds of the Superior National Forest, the map reveals a complex web of interconnected waterways including Ensign Lake, Newfound Lake, and Moose Lake. This intricate network of lakes and islands, such as Horseshoe Island and Half Burnt Island, illustrates the historical reliance on canoe routes for navigating this borderland region. The terrain is marked by distinctive features like Bayley Bay and Rice Bay, showcasing a wilderness preserved from major industrial development.