2013 Map of Rocky Island

About this map

Lake Superior surrounds the northernmost reaches of the Apostle Islands in this 2013 survey, where isolated landmasses rise from the cold waters of the great lake. Rocky Island serves as a focal point for local maritime history, featuring the Hadland Fishing Camp on its southern shore, a site that reflects the region's enduring commercial fishing heritage. To the west, the distinct profile of Devils Island stands apart, flanked by the submerged hazards of Devils Island Shoal. The geography here is defined by these scattered islands, including South Twin Island to the southeast, which were mapped by the U.S. Geological Survey to document the shoreline and terrain of these remote Wisconsin outposts. This map captures the islands in their modern state, highlighting the intersection of natural isolation and specialized human activity in the farthest reaches of Ashland County.