2016 Map of Pine Mountain

About this map

Superior National Forest encompasses this wilderness area in Cook County, where a dense network of water and trails defines the landscape. The Brule River and its southern branch, the South Brule River, flow through a territory punctuated by dozens of named water bodies including Northern Light Lake, Musquash Lake, and Pistol Lake. This 2016 survey details the modern recreational infrastructure of the region, specifically the Gunflint Trails Snowmobile routes and numerous forest spurs like the Greenwood Lake Spur D. High ground is marked by Pine Mountain and Blueberry Hill, while the historic Gunflint to Grand Portag Trail offers a glimpse into long-established transit corridors through the woods. The map serves as a contemporary guide to the complex hydrography of the Minnesota Arrowhead, where small lakes like Muckwa Lake and Lullaby Lake are connected by seasonal creeks and specialized forest access roads.