1973 Map of Wilson Bay

About this map

Pillsbury State Forest dominates this Central Minnesota landscape, where numerous glacial lakes and intricate wetlands define the terrain of Home Brook and Fairview townships. The eastern edge reveals the development of Lake Shore and East Gull Lake along the sprawling waters of Gull Lake, including the distinctive Wilson Bay. This survey captures the region as it transitioned into a premier recreational destination, featuring the Rock Lake Campground, a Golf Course, and St Thomas of the Pines Ch. Away from the main lakefront, the interior remains a mosaic of smaller water bodies like Hardy Lake and Shafer Lake, connected by drainages such as Rush Brook. Local infrastructure is marked by the Gull Lake Lookout Tower and several Gravel Pits, reflecting the area's geological character and mid-century management.