The Superior National Forest defines this northern landscape, where a complex network of waterways and portages provides a window into traditional travel routes. Significant water bodies like Fall Lake and Farm Lake are connected by the Kawishiwi River and its southern branch, the South Kawishiwi River. The map meticulously documents various transportation paths, including the historic 4-Mile Portage and the Ella Hall-Mud route, which were essential for navigating between lakes such as Newton Lake and Ella Hall Lake. Landform details include Newton Falls and named islands like Mile Island and Charlies Island, offering precise reference points for local history. Several modern recreational routes are also noted, such as the Stub Lake Trail and the S Farm Ski Trail, alongside local roads named for residents or locations, including Makela William W and Garden Lake Road.
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1933 · Ely
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1939 · Ely
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1954 · Two Harbors
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Two Harbors
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Gabbro Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · Basswood Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · Quetico
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Two Harbors
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1963 · Fourtown Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1964 · Two Harbors
USGS Topo · 1:250,000