2022 Map of Thief Lake SE

About this map

Thief Lake dominates the southwestern corner of this northern Minnesota landscape, where the waters of Mickinock Cr wind through an extensive network of wetlands. This area, straddling the border between Roseau and Marshall counties, is defined by a sparse but deliberate grid of country roads and section lines that navigate the marshy terrain. The presence of Palmville Cem in the northeast and Moose River Township Cem to the southeast provides significant touchstones for genealogical research, anchoring the history of these townships. Settlement patterns follow specific corridors like Ridge Rd and Co Hwy 48, illustrating how local infrastructure was adapted to the natural hydrology of the region. The map also details several modern access points such as Refuge Rd and Thief Lake Dr NE, which serve the conserved areas surrounding the lake.