2016 Map of Gowan

About this map

The Saint Louis River snakes across the northern reaches of this Minnesota landscape, carving a wide path near the small settlements of Gowan and Paupores. This area is defined by its complex hydrology, where the Alimik River feeds into the larger waterway amidst a dense concentration of wetlands and small lakes. Notable water bodies include Heikkila Lake, Kingburg Lake, and the centrally located Headquarters Lake. To the south, the terrain subtly shifts near Sugarloaf, a distinct topographic rise in an otherwise low-lying region. The boundary between St. Louis County and Carlton County runs across the lower portion of the map, highlighting the remote timber and bog lands that characterize this part of the state. Local roads like Hingeley Rd and State Forest Rd provide the primary access through the wooded sections and toward the scattered lakes like Bog Lake and Thirtysix Lake.