2013 Map of Northern Light Lake

About this map

Superior National Forest encompasses this aquatic-dominated landscape in Cook County, where a complex network of glacial lakes and drainages defines the topography. The Brule River and Greenwood River are central to the region's hydrography, connecting larger bodies of water such as Northern Light Lake and Greenwood Lake. The map details a remote wilderness infrastructure of Forest Service roads, including Greenwood Lake Rd and Powers Lake Rd, which provide access to more isolated features like Section Ten Lake and Puddle Lake. The intricate shoreline of Sunfish Lake and the meandering path of Assinika Cr illustrate the post-glacial drainage patterns characteristic of the Boundary Waters vicinity. This 2013 data provides a modern record of the interior forest road system and the preservation of these water resources within the national forest system.