1968 Map of Mc Grath

About this map

McGrath serves as the primary hub of activity in this northern Minnesota landscape, situated along the diagonal route of the Soo Line. The surrounding terrain is a complex mosaic of marshland and water, defined by the winding course of the Snake River and its tributaries like Bear Creek and Bergman Brook. Local history is anchored by Grace Cem and the small-scale industrial presence of several Gravel Pits found near the riverbanks. Large-scale conservation efforts are evident in the southern reaches, where the Hay-Snake State Wildlife Management Area and Snake River County Park dominate the geography. The map also records the seasonal transit routes of the era, such as the Winter Trail in the northwest, which provided access through the lowlands when the ground was frozen.