1974 Map of Oaks Corner NE

About this map

The Beltrami Island State Forest dominates this northern Minnesota landscape, where the dense timberlands and boggy terrain of Lake of the Woods County were captured via orthophotography in the mid-1970s. The intricate hydrology of the region is defined by the Rapid River and its North Branch, which weave through the Red Lake Indian Reservation. This map reveals a wilderness primarily utilized for resource management and seasonal access, as evidenced by the network of Winter Trails that cross the peatlands. While human settlement is sparse, the presence of a Gravel Pit and the designated State Wildlife Management Area highlights the dual roles of extraction and conservation in this corner of the state. The orthophotomap format provides a literal view of the vegetation density and water levels across Miller Creek and the reservation boundaries during this era.