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2022 Map of Spring Lake

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Spring Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Chippewa National Forest defines the character of this northern Minnesota landscape, where an intricate network of glacial lakes and wetlands is connected by a web of forest service roads and specialized trails. The small settlement of Spring Lake anchors the southwestern corner, while the surrounding terrain is dominated by water bodies ranging from the expansive Big Too Much Lake to the secluded Lac-a-Roy Lake.

The presence of the East Lake Impoundment and Border Impoundment suggests modern water management and wildlife habitat preservation within the timberlands. Navigational routes like Camp Five Rd and several labeled spur trails, such as Spur Lake Trl, indicate the area's importance for local timber access and outdoor recreation. From the northern reaches of David Lake to the eastern shores of Hatch Lake, this survey documents a region where the natural hydrography and forest management practices are inextricably linked.