1977 Map of Grand Marais

About this map

Lake Superior defines the southern boundary of this North Shore landscape, where small settlements like Grand Marais and Lutsen cling to the coast beneath the rising elevations of the Sawtooth Bluff. This mid-1970s record illustrates a region dominated by vast public lands, including the Superior National Forest and Pat Bayle State Forest. Inland, the terrain is characterized by a dense network of glacial lakes such as Brule Lake and Greenwood Lake, and high points like Eagle Mountain within the Misquah Hills. The presence of the Grand Marais Lighthouse and the Cathedral of the Pines church reflects the local maritime and community character, while industrial features like Taconite Harbor and the Devil Track Municipal Airport highlight the infrastructure supporting the region's economy during this era.