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2013 Map of Norwegian Bay

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Norwegian Bay
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Norwegian Bay and the sprawling waters of Vermilion Lake dominate this portion of the Iron Range landscape, characterized by a complex network of islands and peninsulas. The irregular shoreline is marked by numerous family-named landmarks and historical points of interest, such as Holmbo Island, Goodwill Island, and Niles Point. Toward the south, the passage known as Oak Narrows provides a critical navigation point between the broader reaches of the lake.

Lumbering and recreation history are evident in the secondary road networks, including Holm Logging Rd and the Wakemup Bay Campground. The land surrounding water bodies like Black Cr and Flint Cr is traversed by local routes such as Crane Lake Rd, reflecting the area's development as a gateway to the northern wilderness. This 2013 survey provides a detailed record of shoreline features, from Murphy Point to White Fish Island, valuable for documenting property and recreational changes in Saint Louis County.