2016 Map of Isle

About this map

Isle anchors the southeastern shoreline of Mille Lacs Lake, serving as a central hub for the surrounding lakeland and timber tracts at the intersection of Mille Lacs, Aitkin, and Kanabec counties. The map illustrates a landscape shaped by glacial topography, where numerous wetlands and smaller water bodies like Cedar Lake and Anderson Lake break up the wooded terrain. The settlement of Opstead to the north and Redtop to the east reflect the sparse but steady habitation of this region. Local history and genealogy are anchored in several well-defined burial grounds, including Isle Cem, Holden Cem, and Sacred Heart Cem. Transportation and access to the lakefront are highlighted by the Isle Private Airport and a network of county roads like Co Rd 30 and Co Rd 41, which facilitate movement between the inland marshes and prominent lake features like Isle Harbor and Malone Island.