2019 Map of Lutsen OE S

About this map

The vast expanse of Lake Superior dominates this aquatic-focused quadrangle along the North Shore. A small portion of the northwestern corner captures the edge of the Superior National Forest, where the terrain meets the waterline. Mapping by the U.S. Geological Survey in coordination with the U.S. Forest Service highlights the transition from protected terrestrial wilderness to the open waters of the Great Lakes. This specific survey serves as a focused study of the shoreline and deep-water grid south of the Lutsen area, providing a clear record of the coastline's boundary with federal forest lands during the late 2010s.