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2010 Map of Papoose Lake

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Papoose Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Katinka Village sits at the heart of this Northwoods landscape, where a dense network of glacial lakes and waterways has shaped local settlement and recreation. Large water bodies like Van Vliet Lake, Birch Lake, and Papoose Lake are connected by seasonal streams such as Papoose Creek and Rainbow Creek. The density of named landings and roads, including Firemans Point Rd and Hiawatha Lake Rd, indicates a region deeply integrated with seasonal tourism and woodland industry.

Genealogists will find the Winchester Memorial Cemetery and Presque Isle Cemetery located in the northern reaches of the quadrangle. Distinct landmarks such as Camp Jorn on the shores of Rest Lake and named islands like Keith Island and Fox Island provide specific points of reference for property research and local history studies in Vilas County. The map also traces numerous secondary routes, including several segments of Logging Rd, reflecting the area's ongoing relationship with the surrounding forests.