2019 Map of Witoka

About this map

Homer Ridge and the surrounding coulees south of Winona define this portion of the driftless region, where steep valleys break away from the upland plateaus. Small agricultural communities such as Ridgeway and Witoka are positioned along the primary ridge-top routes, while the landscape below is carved by Big Trout Cr and Pleasant Valley Cr. This 2019 survey documents the enduring layout of rural Winona County, showing how modern county highways follow the natural contours of the land. Local history and genealogy are well-represented by several burial sites, including Saint Patricks Cem and Cedar Valley Cem, which sit alongside the drainages of Campbell Valley and Homer Valley. The map illustrates a transition from the higher elevations of Pleasant Ridge toward the smaller settlements like Pickwick tucked near the valley floors.