Maple Leaf (St. Louis)

Maple Leaf Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota

This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version

Maple Leaf Lake is a pristine 100-acre natural lake in northeastern Minnesota's St. Louis County, reaching depths of 51 feet with an average depth of 14 feet and two miles of scenic shoreline. This clear-water lake supports excellent populations of Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, and Walleye, with the lake's successful stocking program maintaining healthy Walleye populations that average 17 inches. The lake's varied depth structure, from shallow weedy bays to deeper open water zones, creates ideal habitat for diverse fish species and makes it a haven for anglers seeking trophy bass and panfish. Abundant aquatic vegetation provides excellent cover for feeding fish, while the lake's clarity allows for productive sight fishing during warmer months.

Located five miles northwest of Alborn in rural St. Louis County, Maple Leaf Lake offers a peaceful escape approximately 29 miles from Duluth, Minnesota's vibrant port city on Lake Superior. The surrounding area features rolling hills, dense forests of aspen and maple, and abundant wildlife including white-tailed deer, black bears, and numerous bird species. Nearby Jay Cooke State Park, just 20 miles southeast, showcases the dramatic gorge of the St. Louis River with its famous swinging suspension bridge, 50 miles of hiking trails, and stunning geological formations. The historic town of Duluth provides access to Canal Park, the Aerial Lift Bridge, Lake Superior's shoreline, and the Willard Munger State Trail, making this region perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

This handcrafted laser-cut wooden map of Maple Leaf Lake would make a stunning addition to any lake home, cabin, or office, celebrating your connection to Minnesota's beautiful northwoods. The layered wood design features a natural birch or maple top layer that beautifully frames the lake's outline, while the water depths are represented by a striking gradient from light blue shallow areas to deep blue at the 51-foot maximum depth. The intricate shoreline detail and depth contours are precisely etched to showcase the lake's unique character, creating a three-dimensional piece of art that captures the essence of this special fishing and recreation destination.

Dimensions:

Small: 8"x12"

Medium: 12"x18"

Large: 16"x24"

Extra Large: 20"x30"

XX Large: 24"x36"

Gigantic 30"x45"

HD Extra Large: 20"x30" - 15 Layers

HD XX Large: 24"x36" - 15 Layers

HD Gigantic 30"x45" - 15 Layers

The difference between standard and HD maps is the number of layers. Standard maps have 1 land layer and 7 water layers. " The HD lake maps have 1 land layer and 14 water layers. So twice the detail. The HD Maps are limited to Extra Large, " XX Large, and Gigantic sizes only. On the smaller sizes the depth change of the wood is too extreme and you end up losing detail."