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2016 Map of Lapond Lake

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Lapond Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Superior National Forest defines the character of this northern landscape, where an intricate network of glacial lakes and waterways remains largely untouched. The Portage River winds through the northern half of the quadrangle, connecting Third Lake and Big Lake to the drainage of Bill Cr and Tubfull Cr. These water routes, along with the Echo Trail road, reflect the long-standing recreational and resource-based economy of the region.

Central to the map are substantial bodies of water including Big Moose Lake and Lapond Lake, which sit amidst a topography marked by numerous smaller basins like Medley Lake and Blizzard Lake. To the northwest, the Kessanen Pit stands as a notable industrial mark on the land, while trails such as the Duck/Big Moose and Big Rice Lake Hook Lake provide access for those navigating the backcountry. This map preserves the 21st-century state of this wilderness area before any significant shifts in forest management or hydraulic patterns.