2016 Map of Ray SW

About this map

The Rat Root River meanders through this heavily forested landscape in northern Minnesota, defining the drainage patterns south of Rainy Lake. This 2016 survey illustrates a topography dominated by wetlands and low-lying areas, where the river and Beaver Brook serve as the primary natural landmarks. The human footprint is defined by a sparse network of rural roads, many of which carry family names like Budris Rd, Boyum Rd, and Biondich Rd. These routes provide access to the surrounding timberlands and remote acreage, marking the transition between localized land use and the broader wilderness of the North Woods. The map also delineates several township boundaries, including t68n r22w and t67n r23w, reflecting the long-established Public Land Survey System that still governs land ownership in this region.