2016 Map of Sioux Pine Island

About this map

Superior National Forest encompasses this island-heavy reach of the Boundary Waters region, where massive bodies of water like Vermilion Lake and Trout Lake are broken by a complex archipelago. The landscape is defined by its narrow portages and interconnected waterways, including the Vermilion-Trout and Trout-Oriniack routes. Named landmarks throughout the lakes reflect a long history of local navigation and seasonal residency, from the prominent Sioux Pine Island and Saint Marys Island to smaller features like Peanut Island and Gull Rock. This 2016 survey documents the intricate shoreline and bathymetry of the northern wilderness before modern digital updates, preserving the specific placement of bays such as Portage Bay and Canfield Portage Bay that have served as vital transit points for generations of travelers in Northeast St Louis County.