1981 Map of Slate Lake East

About this map

The Superior National Forest in Lake County defines this wilderness landscape, where the Isabella River and Snake River wind through dense northern woods. This 1981 survey documents a network of glacial lakes and waterways, ranging from the prominent Slate Lake to smaller basins like Dragon Lake, Beetle Lake, and Swallow Lake. Human presence is minimal and largely centered on seasonal access, marked by the Tomahawk Road corridors and a Winter Trail. Notable landmarks for researchers and outdoorsmen include the established Camp Buckskin and Camp E, alongside multiple boat ramps providing access to the interior. The map illustrates a complex hydraulic environment characterized by peat-rich waters such as Sphagnum Cr and significant elevations like Jack Pine Mountain, providing a clear view of the region's topography before more modern developmental shifts in the North Woods.