2010 Map of Minnewawa

About this map

Big Sandy Lake and the connected waters of the Sandy River dominate this portion of Aitkin County, where the landscape is defined by a dense network of glacial lakes and wetlands. The settlement of Minnewawa sits on the eastern shore of its namesake Lake Minnewawa, positioned near smaller basins like Dollar Lake and Mud Lake. The presence of the Soo Line Trl in the southwest corner indicates the corridor of a former railroad, now repurposed for recreation. Local history is anchored by the Shamrock Cemetery and Lakeview Cemetery, while the southeastern reach of the map is dedicated to conservation within the Grayling Wildlife Management area. This 2010 survey illustrates a region where water management and public access, such as the DNR Public Access on Minnewawa Creek, are central to the local geography.