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1963 Map of Rocky Island, 1965 Print
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1963 Map of Rocky Island

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

Lake Superior surrounds the northernmost reaches of the Apostle Islands in this mid-century topographic record of La Pointe Twp. The map documents a landscape defined by navigation and light aviation rather than roads, showcasing the isolated infrastructure of the outer archipelago. On Devils Island, a prominent Light and Radio Tower serve as critical maritime markers, while the elongated Rocky Island and neighboring South Twin Island feature a small Landing Strip, indicating the reliance on air transport for these remote outposts. Underwater hazards are meticulously noted, including the Devils Island Shoal, which sits between the main islands and the open lake. This survey captures the islands before their transition into a national lakeshore, preserving the layout of private and municipal developments on Bear Island, Otter Island, and Ironwood Island.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1965
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.76 x 27.31 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain