1960 Map of Marr Island

About this map

The Brule River cuts through the dense timber of the Grand Portage State Forest before meeting the cold waters of Lake Superior. In 1960, this stretch of the North Shore reveals a landscape shaped by both natural drainage and early industrial activity, notably the Gravel Pit near the coast. Settlement is sparse, but cultural markers like the Cem and Arrowhead Park indicate a community established along the primary corridor of Route 61.