2017 Map of Winslow Lake

About this map

The Ottawa National Forest dominates this section of Iron County, preserving a landscape defined by an intricate network of glacial lakes and river headwaters. The North Branch Paint River meanders across the central terrain, fed by a complex drainage system including Winslow Creek, Holmes Creek, and Ketchum Creek. This 2017 survey reveals how the forest is managed through a grid of numbered service roads, such as Federal Forest 3500 Road and Nfst-3352, providing access to isolated water bodies like Winslow Lake and Little Tamarack Lake. One of the more distinct natural landmarks noted is the Big Spring Hole, located south of the river. The presence of Gibbs City Road in the west and 657 County Road in the east suggests the historical routes used to reach these timberlands and remote fishing spots.