2011 Map of Lost Lake

About this map

Vermilion Lake dominates the northern edge of this Northwoods landscape, where points and islands like Thirtyisx Island define a complex shoreline during the early 21st century. The map illustrates a transition from the larger lake basin into a dense network of smaller interior water bodies and wetlands, including Lost Lake and Little Lost Lake. This area of St. Louis County is characterized by a mix of recreational and residential infrastructure, particularly around the Pfeifer Lake Campground and along shore-hugging routes like Birch Point Rd and Gold Mine Cir. The drainage patterns are clearly marked by the westward flow of the Little Fork River and the meandering course of Lehtinen Creek, which feeds into the Pike River system. Local road names such as Koski Rd and Karjala Rd reflect the heritage of the families who settled this northern Minnesota lake country.