
Pigeon River forms the international boundary in this northern wilderness, winding toward its outlet at the edge of Lake Superior. The landscape is dominated by the aquatic geography of the borderlands, where the Canada-United States border cuts through Pigeon Bay. This survey captures the intricate shoreline features where land and water meet, including the passage at The Narrows and the secluded waters of Little Portage Bay. Land access is limited to a few corridors such as Teal Lake Rd and the Middle Falls Trl, reflecting a region defined more by its natural hydrology than by human development. Notable coastal landmarks like The Hole in the Wall emphasize the maritime character of this remote northern reach of Cook County.
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1958 · Hancock
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1959 · Pigeon Point
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1959 · Fort William
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1959 · Grand Portage
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1960 · Hancock
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1961 · Hancock
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1966 · Hancock
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1968 · Fort William
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1985 · Pigeon Point
USGS Topo · 1:100,000
1985 · Grand Portage
USGS Topo · 1:100,000