1963 Map of Friday Bay

About this map

Quetico Provincial Park and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness dominate this international borderland survey, where the intricate labyrinth of the Canadian-American boundary weaves through a series of interconnected waterways. The map centers on the day-named bays of Crooked Lake, including Friday Bay, Saturday Bay, Sunday Bay, and Thursday Bay. This remote geography is defined by a dense network of lakes and drainage systems, such as Sinneeg Creek and Bunggee Creek, which flow through the Superior National Forest. To the north, the massive landform of Hunter Island is shown with various Portage routes and Rapids identified, illustrating the traditional transit methods required to navigate this glaciated shield landscape. The absence of roads emphasizes the protected, wilderness character of the region during the mid-20th century.