2016 Map of Ranier

About this map

Ranier sits at the critical international junction where the Rainy River flows out of the expansive Rainy Lake, marking a historic gateway between Minnesota and Ontario. This landscape is defined by its complex shoreline, where points like Ogard Point and Birch Point reach into the water near islands such as Enos Island. Moving south from the border, the terrain transitions into a dense network of wetlands and watercourses, including the winding Rat Root River which feeds into Rat Root Lake. The map illustrates the specialized infrastructure of the border region, showing the proximity of International Falls to the smaller settlements of Jameson and Falls Junction. This area has long served as a hub for both waterborne transit and land-based commerce, reflected in the intricate grid of county and town roads that navigate the marshes and rocky outcrops of the Northwoods.