2016 Map of Lone Tree Lake

About this map

The Minnesota River and Yellow Medicine River converge in a deeply carved valley system on the border of Renville and Yellow Medicine counties. This landscape is defined by the sharp transition between flat upland prairies and the intricate drainage network feeding the primary rivers. Several significant water bodies including Lone Tree Lake, Highbank Lake, and Kvistad Lake dot the plateau, reflecting the glacial history of the region. The agricultural grid is well-established, with roads like 580th St and 200th Ave providing access to the fertile plains above the river bluffs. Local history is anchored at the Rock Valley Cem and Hillside Cem, which sit near the bluffs overlooking the river valleys. Smaller tributaries like Wood Lake Cr and Boiling Spring Cr further dissect the terrain, creating a complex series of coulees and ridges in an otherwise level landscape.