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1981 Map of Farm Lake

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Farm Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Farm Lake and the surrounding wilderness of Lake County are defined by a complex network of interconnected waterways and portages as they appeared in the early 1980s. This survey illustrates the intricate boundary where the Superior National Forest meets the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, showcasing a landscape largely preserved for recreation and natural resource management. Along the shores of Fall Lake, the Fall Lake Campground and various boat ramps indicate the importance of the region as a gateway for interior canoe travel.

Industrial activity is noted through scattered Gravel Pits and the presence of Sewage Disposal Ponds near the lake margins. The map carefully delineates the Bear Island State Forest and follows the winding courses of the Kawishiwi River and South Kawishiwi River. These features, alongside named locations like Mile Island and Charlies Island, provide essential orientation for researchers tracing the historical footprint of conservation and land use in northern Minnesota.