2022 Map of The Cascades

About this map

The Pigeon River forms a natural and political boundary along the northern edge of this 2022 survey, separating the United States and Canada. This wilderness area is dominated by the Grand Portage National Monument, where the topography rises sharply from the riverbanks toward the interior. The map illustrates a landscape defined by significant water features, most notably the namesake falls of The Cascades. Movement through this borderland is limited to a few specific corridors, including the historic Grand Portage Trl and Cowboys Rd, which provide access through the dense terrain. These features reflect the area's long-standing importance as a portage route, bypassing the difficult rapids of the river to connect the interior with Lake Superior.