2016 Map of Motley

About this map

The Crow Wing River and Long Prairie River converge near the settlement of Motley, anchoring a landscape where four counties—Wadena, Cass, Todd, and Morrison—all meet. This 2016 survey highlights a region defined by its water and woods, from the sprawling Shamineau Lake in the southeast to the drained Lois Lake Bed in the northwest. The village of Philbrook sits along the southern reaches of the Long Prairie River, providing a secondary hub in an area characterized by family-named landmarks and rural infrastructure. Local history is anchored at Motley Cem and Saint James Cem, while the inclusion of Morey's Airport and routes like Co HWY 33 indicate the modern connectivity of this north-central Minnesota crossroads. The map also traces smaller waterways like Fish Trap Cr and Mosquito Cr through the extensive wetlands and woodlots that separate these historic settlements.