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2013 Map of Wilson Lake

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Wilson Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Superior National Forest encompasses this vast aquatic landscape in Northeastern Minnesota, defined by an intricate network of interconnected glacial basins and forest routes. The small settlement of Wanless serves as a lone terrestrial landmark amidst a dense collection of water bodies, including the expansive Wilson Lake and the smaller Little Wilson Lake at the center. The map reveals the hydrology of the Arrowhead region, where the Cross River flows through Cross River Lake and Houghtaling Creek drains the southern wetlands.

Industrial and recreational access is documented through named timber and forest roads such as 4 Mile Grade Rd, Windy Lake Rd, and The Grade. These routes, along with the Wanless Trl, trace the human imprint on this wilderness area. Other notable features like Whitefish Lake, Windy Lake, and the descriptively named Dam Five Lake highlight the diverse lake system that has long drawn seasonal visitors and researchers to this corner of Lake and Cook Counties.