2016 Map of Takucmich Lake

About this map

Lac la Croix spans the international boundary between Minnesota and Canada, defining the northern reaches of the Superior National Forest in St. Louis County. This remote lake-country landscape is defined by its intricate hydrography, where larger basins like Takucmich Lake and Ge-be-on-e-quet Lake are connected by a web of portages and hiking routes. The Sioux Hustler Trail winds through the southern section, passing Pageant Lake and Lucky Finn Lake as it traverses the dense forest. This survey captures the primitive character of the boundary waters, emphasizing the named islands such as Fortyone Island and Dome Island that dot the expansive waters of Lac la Croix. The layout of the land reveals a series of named portage-like terrain features including South-Steep and Beartrack-Thumb, illustrating the physical challenges of navigating this aquatic wilderness.