1954 Map of Two Harbors

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Superior National Forest dominates this mid-century look at the North Shore, where the heavy industry of the Duluth Missabe and Iron Range Railroad meets the vastness of Lake Superior. The map details the transition from the iron-rich interior near Ely and Winton to the maritime hubs of Two Harbors and Grand Marais. In the rugged backcountry, high points like Eagle Mtn and the Misquah Hills overlook an intricate system of drainages including the Isabella River and Temperance River. Along the coast, the presence of the U S Air Force Radar Station and Skyport Lodge reflect the mid-century's strategic and recreational development. Maritime history is marked by icons like Split Rock Light and the prominent cliffs of Palisade Head, while the interior shows the localized activity of the Jack Pine Min.