2019 Map of Lost Lake

About this map

Superior National Forest dominates this landscape in northeastern Minnesota, where the intricate shoreline of Vermilion Lake meets a dense network of waterways and timberland. The northern reach of the map is defined by the deep inlets of Frazer Bay, Daisy Bay, and Big Bay, separated by the prominent Birch Point. This area reflects a balance between conservation and recreation, evidenced by the extensive Arrowhead Snowmobile Trail winding through the interior toward Lost Lake and the southern Pike River Flowage. In the southwestern corner, the small settlement of Taconite sits near Pfeiffer Lake, hinting at the region's industrial ties to iron mining. The terrain is characterized by low-lying wetlands like the Lost Lake Swamp and numerous smaller water bodies such as Little Lost Lake and Pike River Lake, illustrating the complex glacial hydrography of St. Louis County.