1981 Map of Manitowish Lake

About this map

The recreational and conservation landscape of northern Wisconsin is well-defined here, where the Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest meets the edge of the Lac du Flambeau Indian Reservation. The village of Manitowish Waters serves as the hub for a dense network of glacial lakes including Spider Lake, Island Lake, and the sprawling Manitowish Lake. This 1980s-era geography reflects a well-established seasonal economy, marked by locations such as Camp Nawakwa, East Camp Nawakwa, and Camp Wipigaki. Specialized land use is visible in the extensive Cranberry Bogs and the protected wetlands of the Powell Marsh State Public Hunting Grounds. The map documents local landmarks like Our Lady of the Lake Ch and Pine Lawn Cem, alongside transport infrastructure like the Manitowish Waters Airport and a system of named forest roads.