1971 Map of Johnson Landing, 1973 Print
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1971 Map of Johnson Landing

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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Big Fork River meanders through the heart of the Koochiching State Forest in this 1971 orthophotomap, revealing the intricate interface between northern Minnesota's river systems and dense forest cover. The aerial photography captures a landscape defined by seasonal mobility and river-based recreation, with several Winter Trail segments cutting across the terrain and the Big Fork River's natural Rapids creating distinct navigational points. Local landing sites and facilities such as the Johnson Landing Campground and a secondary Campground further south suggest a region deeply integrated with forestry and outdoor activity. Evidence of localized industry appears in the form of a Sandpit, while the overall pattern of the photography highlights the expansive wetlands and timber stands that characterize this portion of the Minnesota Northwoods during the early 1970s.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1971
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.


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