2011 Map of Feldtmann Ridge

About this map

Feldtmann Ridge dominates the northern shoreline of Isle Royale in this early 21st-century survey, rising above the cold waters of Lake Superior. The landscape is defined by its isolation and topographical elevation, capped by the Feldtmann Lookout Tower, a critical landmark for monitoring the surrounding wilderness. To the north, the Big Siskiwit River flows toward the coast, while Lake Halloran sits nestled between the high ground of Coyote Ridge and the rocky shoreline. The map reveals the intricate coastal geography of the island, from the submerged hazards of McCormick Reef to the exposed Long Point. This record captures the park's primitive character and the essential navigation and fire-safety infrastructure established to manage its remote interior.