2015 Map of Westboro

About this map

Westboro and Chelsea anchor this survey of northern Taylor County, where the landscape is defined by the transition from settled townships to the dense woodlands of the Chequamegon National Forest. The map captures a region shaped by its glacial history, evidenced by the winding path of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail and a dense concentration of kettle lakes such as Skinner Lake and Kettle Lake. The settlement pattern follows the corridor of the Black River and the historical rail route now represented by State Hwy 13 Bus. Local heritage is well-preserved through numerous rural burial grounds, including Mount Olive Cem and the Chelsea Cemeteries, which serve as vital markers for genealogical research in this part of Wisconsin. Large water bodies like Chelsea Lake and Wellington Lake dominate the central and eastern portions of the quadrangle, illustrating the importance of these wetlands to the local geography.