2022 Map of Fairland

About this map

Black River meanders through a landscape defined by extensive wetlands and isolated routes in this part of Koochiching County. The small settlement of Fairland serves as the primary point of reference, situated where Black River Rd meets the surrounding wilderness. The terrain is largely dominated by the natural drainage patterns of the river system, which dictates the layout of the few established thoroughfares like Fiero Truck Trl and Indian Pines Rd. This area reflects the remote character of Northern Minnesota, where the Public Land Survey System grids, such as t158n r27w and t157n r28w, segment a territory primarily used for timber or conservation rather than dense habitation. For those tracing the evolution of local infrastructure, the map highlights how modern access points follow the historical corridors of truck trails and rural roads.