1971 Map of Pike Lake SW

About this map

Chequamegon National Forest dominates this landscape in the early 1970s, defined by its complex network of wetlands and conservation zones. The terrain is marked by significant hydrological features such as the central Wilson Flowage and the northern Riley Lake, which is surrounded by the dedicated Riley Lake Wildlife Management Area. These protected lands illustrate a focused era of Northwoods conservation and forest management under the Park Falls Ranger District. The map reveals a wilder character of Price County, where managed tracts like the Schmuland Waterfowl Area were prioritized for habitat protection. Waterways including the Elk River and Spring Creek wind through the forest, while small Gravel Pit locations suggest the local materials used to maintain routes like Riley Lake Road.