2015 Map of Sand Island OE N

About this map

Lake Superior dominates this nautical expanse, where the northernmost point of Sand Island meets the open water. This 2015 survey identifies the northern reaches of the Apostle Islands, a region defined by its conservation status within the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and the Chequamegon National Forest. The map focuses primarily on the water-and-land interface at Lighthouse Bay, a critical landmark for maritime navigation in the archipelago. This modern topographic study provides an accurate record of the shoreline and protected federal lands as they appeared in the early 21st century, serving as a baseline for understanding the environmental and navigational geography of this isolated island system.