2013 Map of Snow Bay

About this map

The international border between Canada and the United States snakes through a complex wilderness of interconnected waterways and islands within the Superior National Forest. This 2013 survey of the Minnesota-Ontario boundary highlights a landscape dominated by glacial lakes and rugged drainages, where terrestrial features like Sandbar Island are defined by the water surrounding them. Significant water bodies such as Lac la Croix and Loon Lake serve as the primary landmarks in this roadless area, reflecting the historic canoe routes used for centuries by indigenous peoples and later fur traders. Smaller interior features, including Auchagah Lake, Norway Lake, and Section Three Pond, illustrate the dense concentration of freshwater resources that characterize this northern borderland, providing a precise look at the terrain before any modern alterations.