2013 Map of Palisade

About this map

The Mississippi River meanders through the heart of this Aitkin County landscape, defining the northern geography alongside its tributary, the Willow River. In the northwest, the small settlement of Palisade serves as a local hub, situated where the river makes a sharp bend. The town is marked by its Po and the Berglund Park Campground, reflecting the area's importance as a gateway to the surrounding wetlands and forests. To the south, a dense network of water bodies creates a complex lacustrine environment. Lakes such as Jenkins Lake, Wilkins Lake, and Fleming Lake are connected by a grid of rural roads like Twp Hwy 569 and Twp Hwy 625, showing a pattern of seasonal recreation and small-scale agriculture. The southern cluster also includes Rock Lake, Round Lake, and Townline Lake, illustrating the post-glacial topography typical of this region of Minnesota.