2016 Map of Little Marais

About this map

Lake Superior dominates the southeastern horizon of this coastal landscape, where the rugged North Shore terrain rises sharply from the water toward the heights of Sawtooth Mountain. This 2016 survey illustrates the complex drainage network of the region, featuring several prominent waterways including the Manitou River and the Caribou River as they descend toward the lake. The map reveals a sparsely settled interior accessed by local routes such as Cramer Rd and High Ridge Dr. Significant elevation changes are marked by features like Bensen Lake, located in the northwestern reaches. The boundary between Lake and Cook counties cuts through the northeastern corner, highlighting the administrative division in this predominantly forested and hydrologically rich environment defined by the Little Manitou River and Little Marais River.