2013 Map of Jessie Lake

About this map

Chippewa National Forest defines the lake-studded landscape of north-central Minnesota, where the settlement of Talmoon and the community of Bowstring serve as local hubs. This area is characterized by a dense network of glacial water bodies, including the expansive Jessie Lake and Little Jessie Lake, which are linked by the winding Jessie Brook and the Bowstring River. Historical and genealogical markers are scattered throughout the timberland, such as the Old Norwegian Church Cem, Greenwood Cem, and Evergreen Knoll Cem. The map reflects a local economy rooted in outdoor recreation and forestry, evidenced by the Jessie View Resort and Campground and the Jessie Lake Lookout Tower. Infrastructure like the Bowstring Airport and the Jessie Lake Pit near Elbow Lake point to the area's logistical and industrial facets amidst the surrounding wilderness.