1970 Map of Tamarack

About this map

The Burlington Northern railroad cuts a straight line through the southern lowlands of this Aitkin County landscape, anchoring the small settlements of Tamarack and Grayling. This 1970 snapshot of the Northwoods reveals a complex wetland environment dominated by the Grayling State Wildlife Management Area and the Savanna State Forest. In the northern portion, prominent water bodies like Island Lake, Round Lake, and the eastern reaches of Minnewawa Lake are surrounded by dense forests and marshes, with the Savanna Portage State Park marking the upper boundary. For local researchers, the map provides precise locations for the Fairview Cem and several Gravel Pits, indicating the localized extractive activity alongside the preservation of wildlife habitats. The transition between the organized townships of Shamrock and Mc Gregor highlights the era's balance between rural homesteading and state-managed conservation.