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2019 Map of Shingle Mill Lake

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Shingle Mill Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Chippewa National Forest dominates this northern landscape, providing a snapshot of the intricate hydrological and recreational network of the region. The terrain is defined by the winding paths of the Willow River and its branches, alongside engineered water features like the Hiawatha Impoundment and Pine Tree Impoundment. These modifications to the drainage system reflect ongoing efforts to manage the wetlands and water levels within the forest boundaries.

Outdoor transit is a central theme of the map, with the N Country National Scenic Trail cutting through the center and the Sod Line-Gia Snowmobile Trail crossing the southwest corner. The high ground of the Sugar Hills rises to the northeast, while the border between Cass, Itasca, and Aitkin Counties meets in the southeast near Holy Water Lake. This area remains a complex patchwork of water bodies, including Shingle Mill Lake and Thiebault Lake, illustrating the remote character of the Minnesota Northwoods.