1971 Map of Tobique

About this map

Chippewa National Forest surrounds a complex network of glacial lakes and waterways within Cass County, where the Boy River meanders through the landscape. This 1971 orthophotomap provides a rare hybrid view, combining traditional topographic contour lines with actual aerial photography from 1969. The settlement of Tobique is situated in the north, while the Soo Line railroad cuts across the northeastern corner. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, Inguadona Lake and Twin Lakes dominate the terrain, reflecting the recreational and timber-focused character of the region during this era. Evidence of local infrastructure and resource management is visible through features like the Remer Lookout Tower, a Gravel Pit, and the Mabel Lake Campground, showing the balance between industrial use and public access to the Minnesota wilderness.