2005 Map of Hart Lake

About this map

Glacial kettle lakes and dense woodlands dominate this portion of the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest south of Lake Superior. The landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, featuring numerous water bodies such as Long Lake, Hart Lake, and the smaller Lake Nokomis. The northern portion of the map transitions into the Moquah Barrens Area, a distinctive pine barrens ecosystem. This era reflects a landscape managed for both timber and recreation, evidenced by the Tri-County Recreation Corridor and various boat access points. Human infrastructure is sparse but strategic, including a Pumping Station, the Iron River Lookout Iron, and an old Battleax Grade that hints at the region's logging history and early transport network. Boundary lines for the towns of Tripp, Barksdale, Iron River, and Keystone intersect here, showing the administrative division of this wooded lake country.