2016 Map of Raven Lake

About this map

The Chippewa National Forest dominates this northern Minnesota landscape, where the Mississippi River winds through a dense network of wetlands and glacial lakes. The river channel serves as the primary boundary between Itasca and Cass counties, feeding into the massive expanse of Lake Winnibigoshish at the southern edge of the map. This area is characterized by significant water management and forest service infrastructure, notably the Sugar Lake Impoundment and a web of forest access points like Forest Rd 2171 and 2948 Logging Rd. Local landmarks such as Sugar Island and Ravens Point break the shoreline of Sugar Lake, while smaller interior bodies like Raven Lake, Rabbits Lake, and Lake Harry provide a granular look at the region's hydrologic character within the federal timberlands.