1950 Map of Lily

About this map

The Wolf River winds through the heart of this Northwoods landscape, serving as a focal point for the small settlements and seasonal camps of the mid-century era. In Lily, the confluence of river and rail is evident, with the Minneapolis Sault Ste Marie line supporting local transport and sidings like Pig Snout Siding. The map reveals a community structured around its natural resources and recreational potential, from the established Camp Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan to the numerous scattered lakes such as Rolling Stone Lake, Pickerel Lake, and Crane Lake. Local genealogy and social history are anchored by landmarks like Pearson Cem, the Adventist Sch, and Pearson Sch. Large tracts of the Nicolet National Forest dominate the eastern portion, while expansive wetlands like Dennison Swamp and Woods Island define the varied terrain before the modern development of these lakefront regions.