Keene Lake in Pine County, Minnesota
Keene Lake in Pine County, Minnesota
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Keene Lake in Pine County, Minnesota
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Keene Lake is an intimate 9.22-acre lake nestled in Pine County, Minnesota near the town of Hinckley, featuring a maximum depth of 17 feet and approximately half a mile of natural shoreline. This small but productive fishery offers excellent opportunities for anglers seeking a quiet, less-crowded fishing experience with healthy populations of largemouth bass, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, black bullhead, and yellow bullhead thriving in the lake's 7 acres of littoral zone habitat. The compact size makes it perfect for small boats, canoes, and kayaks, allowing anglers to thoroughly work the entire lake in a single outing while enjoying the peaceful surroundings of Pine County's forested landscape. The lake's manageable depth and abundant aquatic vegetation create ideal conditions for panfish and bass, making it an excellent destination for family fishing adventures, teaching children to fish, or simply enjoying a tranquil morning or evening on the water watching wildlife including painted turtles basking on logs, wood ducks cruising the shoreline, and dragonflies skimming across the surface
Located just minutes from Hinckley, positioned perfectly midway between the Twin Cities and Duluth along Interstate 35, Keene Lake provides easy access to world-class attractions and outdoor recreation in Pine County. The historic town of Hinckley, rising from the ashes of the devastating 1894 Great Hinckley Fire that claimed hundreds of lives, offers the fascinating Hinckley Fire Museum housed in a restored 1895 railway depot, the iconic Tobies Restaurant and Bakery famous throughout Minnesota for their legendary caramel, cinnamon, and pecan rolls since 1960, and Grand Casino Hinckley with over 2,500 slot machines, championship Grand National Golf Club, live entertainment, and spa services. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby Banning State Park featuring dramatic sandstone quarries from the historic ghost town of Banning, spectacular rapids including Hell's Gate and Dragon's Tooth attracting whitewater kayakers each spring, 17 miles of hiking trails through sandstone formations, and rock climbing opportunities, or venture to massive St. Croix State Park spanning 33,000 acres with 217 campsites, miles of the Kettle and St. Croix Rivers for canoeing, a historic fire tower offering panoramic views, and abundant wildlife. The 72-mile paved Willard Munger State Trail connects Hinckley to Duluth perfect for biking and in-line skating in summer and transforms into groomed snowmobile trails in winter alongside Pine County's 400 miles of snowmobile trail systems, while additional attractions include the Pine County Historical Museum with its full-scale Wright Brothers plane replica in nearby Askov, Snake River Fur Post interpreting the area's fur trading heritage, and numerous state forests offering ATV trails, cross-country skiing, hunting, and exploring pristine northern Minnesota wilderness
This charming laser-cut wooden map of Keene Lake would make a wonderful addition to your Pine County cabin, fishing retreat, or home, celebrating the intimate character and peaceful nature of this classic small Minnesota lake. The handcrafted design features a natural wood top layer that showcases the lake's compact shoreline with its half-mile perimeter, surrounding forested landscape, and the quiet beauty that makes small lakes so special for those seeking solitude and connection with nature. The water depth is illustrated through a graduated light blue to dark blue gradient that captures the gentle depth variations from shallow vegetated areas where bass and panfish thrive to the 17-foot maximum, creating a lovely three-dimensional representation of this hidden Pine County gem. Whether commemorating successful catches of chunky bluegill and crappie, peaceful canoe expeditions exploring every corner of this intimate waterway, introducing grandchildren to the joys of fishing in a manageable setting, or simply celebrating your connection to Pine County's rich history and abundant outdoor recreation, this quality piece serves as both attractive wall art and a cherished reminder of quiet moments spent on Keene Lake's tranquil waters surrounded by the natural beauty of Minnesota's pine forests
Small: 8"x12"
Medium: 12"x18"
Large: 16"x24"
Extra Large: 20"x30"
XX Large: 24"x36"
Gigantic 30"x45"
Cribbage Boards - 10"x14" - Your choice of Maple or Cherry wood, 2 or 3 runs, and your choice of peg colors.
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About our Maps
Every map is designed and built in Minnesota. Nothing is outsourced and nothing is imported.
- Designed in-house. All art files are created by me, not purchased or reused
- True layered 3D construction. Not engraved or printed
- More layers, more detail. Most competitors use 3 to 7 layers. These use 8 or 15 layers
- Original blue depth gradient. Light to dark blue shows water depth clearly
- Handmade hardwood frames. Built from locally sourced rough sawn lumber, not pre-made frames
These are built to be the most accurate and most detailed 3D lake maps available.
Horn Dog Maps vs Others
True layered 3D construction
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: Sometimes
Designed in-house (no purchased files)
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Made in Minnesota
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Number of layers
Horn Dog Maps: 8 or 15
Other Companies: 3 to 7
Etsy Sellers: 3 to 7
Blue depth gradient water
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Handmade hardwood frame included
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Uses multiple depth data sources
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Custom lakes without delays
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Connection to the lakes
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these actually 3D or just engraved?
These are true 3D layered maps.
- Made from 1/8 inch Baltic birch
- Standard maps have 8 layers. 1 land layer and 7 water layers
- HD maps have 15 layers. 1 land layer and 14 water layers
Each water layer uses a light to dark blue gradient so depth changes are easy to see.
Where are these made?
Everything is made in my shop in Minnesota.
- Design
- Cutting
- Painting
- Assembly
- Frame building
The frames start as locally sourced rough sawn hardwood and are built from scratch.
Do you use real depth data?
Yes, as an angler and map nerd, accuracy matters to me. I use multiple data sources, up to six, to find the most accurate lake contours available.
I would not hang an inaccurate map in my house and I will not send one to yours.
Why buy from Horn Dog Maps instead of Etsy or marketplace sellers?
Most marketplace sellers:
- Buy pre-made cut files, often from overseas
- Have no connection to the lakes
- Cannot verify accuracy
- Have long delays if a file is not available
This leads to lower accuracy and longer lead times, often 6 to 8 weeks.
Because I design everything myself:
- I can create a new lake mockup in about 30 minutes
- You get a more accurate map, faster
What is your lead time?
Most orders ship in 1.5 to 2 weeks depending on the time of year.
Tell me about the Cribbage Boards
These are different from the layered maps and are not something you will find elsewhere.
- Made from a solid piece of Maple or Cherry
- The lake is engraved as if drained
- Then filled with blue tinted epoxy that is still transparent
You can see:
- Channels
- Humps
- Points
- Structure
Additional features:
- 2 or 3 track options
- Choice of peg colors
- Hidden peg storage with a magnetic dovetail slider
- Rubber feet so it does not slide on the table
It is a functional game board and a detailed lake model in one.