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1996 Map of Marcell

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Marcell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1998
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1998

About this map

Marcell sits at the heart of this Northwoods landscape, serving as a hub for both administrative and industrial activities within the Chippewa National Forest. The map detail highlights the Marcell Ranger Station and Historic Site, a node of local heritage, alongside a local Sawmill that speaks to the region's timber economy. The terrain is defined by a dense network of glacial water bodies, with the sprawling North Star Lake and Turtle Lake dominating the topography.

Lake-centered life is evident through the numerous National Forest Permitted Recreation Residences and infrastructure like the Trestle Landing Boat Ramp. Farther afield, the Bowstring State Forest covers the southern reaches, where smaller bodies such as Carpics Lake and Egg Lake are tucked between islands like Mac Kenzie Island. A dedicated Snowmobile Trail cuts through the forest, illustrating the seasonal recreation patterns that define the Itasca County wilderness.