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2011 Map of Zerkel

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Zerkel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lower Rice Lake and the meandering Wild Rice River dominate this landscape in Clearwater County, where the transition from water to land is marked by numerous landings and small settlements. Along the western shores, Bonga Landing, Big Bear Landing, and Bush Landing provide access to the expansive lake waters, while Ponsford Landing sits on the eastern bank. The terrain is characterized by a high density of water bodies, including Rockstad Lake and Buckboard Lake, connected by intricate systems such as Buckboard Creek and Auganaush Creek.

Local infrastructure is anchored by the community of Zerkel and the settlement of Minerva near the northern boundary. A notable landmark, the Sugarbush Lookout Tower, stands as a vertical sentinel overlooking the surrounding woodlands and marshes. The road network, including Height of Land Rd and Buckboard Rd, navigates between the many scattered ponds like Blakely Lake and Waptus Lake, reflecting a region where transport is dictated by the aquatic geography.