2019 Map of Four Town

About this map

The low-lying wetlands of Beltrami County define this landscape, where small settlements like Malcolm and Four Town provide clear markers of human geography in a heavily waterlogged environment. Near the center of the sheet, the Lone Oak Cem sits just south of Malcolm, a significant site for genealogists tracking early families in this corner of northern Minnesota. The map reveals a strictly gridded road network designed to navigate the marshy terrain, with names like Diamond Willow Ln Nw and Swedres Jackpine Rd Nw reflecting the local timber and flora. The presence of Grade School Rd Nw suggests the historical location of community hubs that once served the rural families of the township lines. This 2019 data illustrates how modern access roads such as Dicks Parkway Rd continue to follow the section lines established by early surveyors.