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1981 Map of White Sand Lake

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of White Sand Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The glacial landscape of Vilas County is defined by an intricate network of waterways within the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest. Major bodies such as White Sand Lake, Big Muskellunge Lake, and Allequash Lake dominate the terrain, connected by smaller streams like the Manitowish River and White Sand Creek. The area appears as a well-established recreation and conservation district, evidenced by the numerous public access points, boat ramps, and specialized camps such as Camp Osoma and Highland Camp.

Beyond the larger lakes, the 1981 survey reveals a dense concentration of smaller water features including Nellie Lake, Nebish Lake, and Starrett Lake. The presence of Bear Springs and Allequash Springs highlights the natural hydrology of the region. Local infrastructure is minimal, consisting of forest roads like Stiloki Lane and a Footbridge near Ballard Lake, preserving the wooded character of the Plum Lake and Boulder Junction vicinity.