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2005 Map of Namekagon Lake

Name: 2005 Topographic Map of Namekagon Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2006
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2006

About this map

Namekagon Lake dominates the upper half of this northern Wisconsin landscape, characterized by its intricate shoreline and numerous islands such as Champaign Island and Paines Island. This 2005 revision reflects a region heavily managed for conservation and recreation, situated within the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest. To the south, the terrain transitions into a dense network of smaller water bodies and marshes, including McCloud Lake and the Lynch Creek Wetland Habitat Area.

The map reveals a landscape where water and forest management define local geography, shown by the boundary between Bayfield Co and Sawyer Co. Specific landmarks like Missionary Point, Juneks Point, and Picnic Point indicate a long history of seasonal habitation and lakefront activity. Isolated gravel pits and boat ramps scattered around Garden Lake and Michigan Bay underscore the area's dual role as a timber resource and a destination for outdoorsmen.