2018 Map of Sand Island OE N

About this map

Lake Superior dominates this nautical expanse, where the northernmost reach of Wisconsin meets the open water. The map focuses on the northern edge of Sand Island, a remote landmass protected within the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. This area represents a preserved wilderness where the shoreline is managed as part of the Chequamegon National Forest, reflecting the conservation priorities of the early 21st century. The documentation of these protected Apostle Islands underscores their role as critical natural habitats and maritime landmarks within the Great Lakes system, showing the precise intersection of federally managed forest and lakeshore boundaries against the vastness of the water.