2022 Map of Sawbill Landing

About this map

Sawbill Landing sits at the heart of this Northwoods landscape, serving as a focal point for the complex network of logging and forest service roads within the Superior National Forest. The map documents a terrain defined by its glacial hydrology, featuring a dense concentration of named water bodies such as Eighteen Lake, Tomlinson Lake, and the winding course of the Dumbbell River. This 2022 survey illustrates the modern infrastructure of the timber industry and recreational access, shown through specifically designated sites like the Eighteen Lake Boat Access and numerous specialized spurs including Dumbbell River Spur H and Trappers Lake Spur A. Traces of the region's industrial past are visible in the DM&IR Grade, indicating the historical footprint of the Duluth, Missabe and Iron Range Railway in transporting the area's natural resources.