2010 Map of Johnson Landing

About this map

The Big Fork River carves a winding path through this northern Minnesota landscape, creating a series of dramatic oxbows and meanders that dominate the central geography. This 2010 survey by the U. S. Geological Survey captures the intricate hydrology of the region, where numerous tributaries such as Reilly Creek, Reilly Brook, and Macaffee Brook feed into the primary river system. The drainage pattern suggests a relatively flat, water-rich environment characteristic of this portion of Koochiching County. Human infrastructure is sparse, defined primarily by rural corridors such as Dentaybow Rd and Ut 83, which provide access to this wooded and wetland-heavy terrain. This map serves as an essential record of the natural waterways and the limited road network that connects the remote settlements in the Big Fork River valley.