1971 Map of Lake Winter

About this map

Lake Winter and the Brunet River dominate this Sawyer County landscape, captured in a period of recreational development and forest management. The presence of the Winter Lookout Tower signifies the region's active fire monitoring history, while several named trails, including the Snowmobile Trail and Winter Trail, point to the area's transition into a seasonal outdoor destination. The drainage network is particularly detailed, showing the flow of Island Creek, Casey Creek, and Deadman Creek through the townships of Winter and Draper. Resource extraction is noted by a Gravel Pit near the lake's western edge, alongside small water bodies like South Barber Lake and Beaver Creek. This map preserves the mid-century hydrological and topographical state of the Northwoods before more modern infrastructure changes.