2013 Map of Shovel Lake

About this map

Chippewa National Forest spans the northern reaches of this Aitkin and Cass County borderland, where a dense network of glacial lakes and slow-moving water dominates the landscape. The Willow River meanders through the northern section, joined by Foley Brook and McCrackron Brook, while the southern portion is defined by the Moose River and the expansive Cedar Lake. This is a sparsely populated region of Minnesota, characterized by small-scale road developments like S Little Thunder Dr NE and Canyon Trail Rd. The small community of Shovel Lake sits on the eastern edge of the quadrangle, serving as a landmark near the lake of the same name. Local history is anchored by the Lakeview Cem near Windy Lake, providing a specific point of interest for genealogists researching family ties in this watery timberland.