2011 Map of Orr NE

About this map

Black Duck Lake and the surrounding wetlands of northern Saint Louis County define this 2011 survey, a landscape primarily shaped by glacial hydrology and forest management. The presence of the Elephant Lake Lookout Tower near Elephant Lake highlights the region's historical and ongoing reliance on fire surveillance within these dense timberlands. The hydrography is notably complex, with the Black Duck River and Ninemile Creek feeding into various basins, while the Pelican River meanders through the southern portion of the quadrangle. Access to this territory is provided by a network of specialized routes, including the Swan Lake Forest Management Rd and Forest Rte-804, reflecting the area's use for resource management. Smaller bodies of water such as South Bog Lake and Chub Lake illustrate the transition between open water and peatland environments typical of this Minnesota wilderness.