2022 Map of Marine on St. Croix

About this map

The Saint Croix Wild and Scenic River forms the eastern boundary of this landscape, carving a deep valley that separates Minnesota from Wisconsin. The historic village of Marine on St. Croix sits on the bluff above the river, a community defined by its early logging roots and proximity to the Lower Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway. Moving west from the river, the terrain is dominated by a dense network of glacial lakes including Big Marine Lake, Long Lake, and Square Lake, which have long shaped the recreation and settlement patterns of Washington County. Smaller communities like Scandia, Copas, and Otisville are linked by rural routes such as Old Marine Trl N, while local history is anchored at sites like Elim Cem and Oakland Cem. This survey illustrates the contrast between the protected river corridor and the inland lake country, where trails such as Prairie Overlook Trl and Hardwood Hills Trl offer access to the varied topography.