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1981 Map of Quadga Lake

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Quadga Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness dominates this 1981 survey of northeastern Minnesota, showing a pristine landscape defined by an intricate network of glacial lakes and portages. The Isabella River and Little Isabella River wind through the Superior National Forest, serving as primary arteries for the region's wilderness travel. The map captures the remote character of Lake County before any major modern changes, with numerous evocative water bodies such as Rock of Ages Lake, Superstition Lake, and Myth Lake dotting the terrain.

While largely untouched by permanent settlement, the area shows signs of human passage through the presence of the Winter Trail and logging-era routes like Tomahawk Road and Northwest Road. The topographical detail highlights the varied wetland environments, from the expansive Bog Lake to smaller basins like Quadga Lake and John Lake, reflecting the hydrological complexity that has long drawn canoeists and outdoorsmen to this specific corner of the Arrowhead Region.