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2013 Map of Flag Island

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Flag Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Fort Saint Charles stands on the northwest edge of this map, marking a significant historical site within the Lake of the Woods archipelago. This 2013 survey captures the intricate geography of the Northwest Angle, where the international boundary between Canada and the United States threads through a dense network of islands and channels. The settlement of Penasse and the nearby American Point anchor the northern reaches of the map, illustrating the remote nature of this borderland community accessible primarily by water.

To the east and south, the map details an array of named landforms, including Flag Island, Oak Island, and Honeymoon Island. The presence of the Lake Trails Church Camp on Oak Island and various points such as Sugar Point suggests a landscape defined by seasonal residency and recreational use. The waterway is further defined by hazards and landmarks like the Flag Island Reef, while the mainland portion to the south is drained by Pickerel Cr.