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2013 Map of Zerkel

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Minerva and Zerkel anchor the eastern edge of this landscape in Clearwater County, defined by the winding course of the Wild Rice River. The region is a dense network of glacial water bodies and wetlands, including Lower Rice Lake and smaller basins like Buckboard Lake, Blakely Lake, and Rockstad Lake. This area reflects a long history of water-based access and recreation, evidenced by numerous named points along the western shorelines such as Bonga Landing, Big Bear Landing, Bush Landing, and Ponsford Landing.

A notable landmark on the higher ground is the Sugarbush Lookout Tower, situated north of State 200. The road network is primarily composed of rural routes like Buckboard Rd and Stockyard Rd, which navigate the complex terrain of sloughs and lakes, including Klepps Slough to the east. This 2013 survey provides a clear view of the natural drainage patterns and the established landings that facilitate movement through this lake-rich environment.