2010 Map of Zerkel NW

About this map

The Wild Rice River flows through the southern reaches of this landscape, feeding into the expansive Lower Rice Lake. This hydrographic network defines the local geography, with Mosquito Creek meandering across the central and eastern sections. The terrain is characterized by a grid-like system of rural roads and highways, including County Hwy-25 and County Hwy-31, which connect scattered homesteads and agricultural plots. Small bodies of water like Sand Lake and Mud Lake dot the northwestern corner, serving as landmarks in an area dominated by wetlands and watercourses. The inclusion of Res Hwy 18 near the river reflects the specific infrastructure of this northern Minnesota region at the start of the decade.