6201 - Lake of the Woods Nautical Chart | Main Basin Navigation & Fishing

Explore the "Lake of the Woods" with the definitive accuracy of Nautical Chart 6201. This official Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) map provides expansive, high-resolution coverage of the primary basin of this massive international waterway. Known for its 14,500 islands and 65,000 miles of shoreline, navigating Lake of the Woods requires the professional-grade detail that only Chart 6201 can provide.

This chart is a critical safety tool for mariners, covering the vast waters between Kenora, Ontario, and the southern reaches near the Minnesota border. It features precise bathymetric soundings and depth contours essential for identifying the thousands of hazardous rocky shoals, submerged reefs, and narrow island passages that define the region. Chart 6201 highlights the primary shipping and pleasure craft channels, the positioning of all seasonal navigational aids, and the International Boundary line. Whether you are a professional guide targeting trophy muskie, a long-distance cruiser, or a recreational boater, this chart offers the reliable data needed to safely traverse this world-class maritime destination.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Basin Coverage: Provides a wide-scale view of the main navigational areas of Lake of the Woods.

• Hydrographic Precision: Features updated depth data and bottom characteristics vital for navigating the lake's diverse underwater topography.

• Safety & Navigation: Clear identification of buoyed channels, lights, hazardous reefs, and landmarks for safe day and night transit.

• Angler & Cruiser Essential: The primary reference for navigating the "Island Capital of the World" and its intricate network of bays and inlets.

  Chart Specifications

  • Region: Lake of the Woods (Ontario / Minnesota)

  • Scale: 1:100,000 (General Basin View)