2015 Map of Pike Lake SW

About this map

Chequamegon National Forest defines this portion of Price County, where a complex network of waterways and managed woodlands reflects the region's conservation and recreational character. This 2015 survey documents the varied aquatic landscape of the Northwoods, dominated by the sprawling Wilson Flowage and the more contained Riley Lake. The drainage patterns are clearly visible through the courses of the Elk River and several smaller tributaries such as Riley Cr, Sailor Cr, and Popple Cr. These waters, along with the Schmuland Flowage, serve as vital habitat within the federal forest boundaries. The road network, including Riley Lake Rd and various Forest Service routes like Forest Rd 515, provides access to these remote wetlands and timberlands, illustrating the modern management of Wisconsin's public forest resources.