1981 Map of Jackfish Lake

About this map

Crooked Lake straddles the international boundary in this early 1980s survey, serving as a primary corridor for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Quetico Provincial Park. The map documents a labyrinth of interconnected waterways and portages along the Ontario-Minnesota border, centered on the massive landform of Hunter Island. While the landscape is dominated by water bodies like Jackfish Lake, Wilson Lake, and Bart Lake, specific landmarks such as Table Rock and Gardners Mountain provide essential orientation points for those navigating the wilderness. The detailed drainage patterns of the Robinson River and various bays including Gardner Bay and Thursday Bay illustrate the complex hydrography of the Superior National Forest before modern digital mapping, capturing the portage routes and wilderness character of the region.