Lake Mallalieu in St. Croix County, Wisconsin
Lake Mallalieu in St. Croix County, Wisconsin
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Lake Mallalieu in St. Croix County, Wisconsin
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Lake Mallalieu is a 289-acre Willow River flowage in North Hudson, St. Croix County, Wisconsin, reaching a maximum depth of 17 feet across 5 miles of largely natural shoreline just steps from the Minnesota border. Created by a dam constructed in 1934 after its predecessor washed out, the lake's sandy and gravel bottom connects to both the Willow River and the St. Croix River, providing fish passage that supports populations of Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, and Walleye that migrate in from the broader river system. A public boat landing provides easy access for anglers and boaters year-round.
Located in the heart of the Hudson-North Hudson metro area along the Wisconsin-Minnesota border, Lake Mallalieu sits within one of the fastest-growing communities in the greater Twin Cities region. The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway runs along the lake's western edge, and the charming historic downtown of Hudson with its blufftop views of the St. Croix River valley is just minutes away. The surrounding community offers easy access to the Twin Cities metro via Interstate 94 while maintaining the relaxed character of western Wisconsin lake living.
A laser-cut wooden map of Lake Mallalieu makes a personal and distinctive piece of wall art for any St. Croix County lake home, Hudson-area cabin, or Wisconsin-Minnesota border community retreat. The natural wood top layer traces the natural, river-connected shoreline of this beloved North Hudson flowage in fine detail, while the light-to-dark blue gradient layers capture its broad, shallow character and its place at the meeting point of the Willow and St. Croix Rivers. A handcrafted gift perfectly suited for Lake Mallalieu homeowners, Hudson-area locals, and anyone who treasures life on the western Wisconsin waterfront.
Dimensions:
Small: 8"x12"
Medium: 12"x18"
Large: 16"x24"
Extra Large: 20"x30"
XX Large: 24"x36"
Gigantic 30"x45"
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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.