• A meticulously crafted, multi-layered laser-cut wooden topographic map of Lake Marion in Dakota County, Minnesota, featuring the three distinct bays across 530 acres, depth contours illustrating the 21-foot maximum depth in the East Bay, the 10 miles of irregular shoreline with numerous small inlets, markers for Antler's Park and Casperson Park with boat launches, the historic Dan Patch Air Rail connection point, and the lake's position within the thriving Lakeville community.
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  • 3D Lake of the Woods Map(Minnesota and Ontario) in a cherry frame in an outdoor natural light setting.
  • oak Cribbage board with Lake Minnetonka 3d carved into it and then filled in with blue epoxy.
  • Closeup of the 3D lake map frame color options, featuring Black, Cherry, Walnut, and Maple finishes.
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Lake Marion in Dakota County, Minnesota

Lake Marion in Dakota County, Minnesota

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Lake Marion in Dakota County, Minnesota

This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version

Lake Marion is a 530-acre natural lake in western Dakota County, Minnesota, located in the rapidly growing city of Lakeville, approximately 20 miles south of downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. The lake features 10 miles of shoreline winding through three distinct sections: the East Bay covering approximately 302 acres, the Middle Bay spanning 187 acres, and the West Bay encompassing 126 acres, with a maximum depth of 21 feet located in the East Bay. Classified by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources as a Class 35 lake, Marion is characteristically deep with very clear water, hard water chemistry, and an irregularly shaped shoreline with a high percentage of littoral area less than 15 feet deep, creating diverse aquatic habitat throughout the basin. Named by Marion W. Savage, proprietor of the Dan Patch Air Rail and owner of the famous racehorse Dan Patch, the lake holds historic significance as the site of Antler's Park, an early 20th-century amusement park created as the final destination of the Dan Patch Air Rail, featuring swimming, dancing, and picnics that drew crowds from across the Twin Cities region. Today, Lake Marion is actively managed by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources primarily for Walleye with secondary management for Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Bluegill, with recent electrofishing surveys showing above-average Walleye reproduction and the largest historical yearling mean length on record at 13.4 inches. The City of Lakeville owns and maintains two park areas on the lake, Antler's Park on the southeast corner and Casperson Park on the west side, plus operates a winter aeration system and fishing pier to maintain water quality and year-round fishing access, while the Minnesota Department of Transportation has developed a small parking area along the east frontage road of Interstate 35 that has proved to be a popular shore fishing spot for anglers seeking convenient access

Lake Marion supports excellent multi-species fishing opportunities with diverse populations including Walleye averaging 22.5 inches with trophy specimens available, Northern Pike averaging 22.8 inches with catches ranging from 14 to 34 inches under special Southern Zone management requiring a harvest limit of two fish with a minimum size of 24 inches, Largemouth Bass commonly around 15 inches with specimens ranging from 14.5 to 18.8 inches, plus abundant panfish including Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Yellow Perch, and White Crappie providing excellent action for families and light tackle enthusiasts throughout open water and ice fishing seasons. Other species present include Channel Catfish, Black Bullhead, Brown Bullhead, Yellow Bullhead, Carp, plus forage species like Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, and White Sucker that support the healthy predator populations. Two public boat launches and two city parks provide excellent access for powerboats, sailboats, kayakers, canoeists, and paddleboarders, though powerboaters should be courteous to smaller craft and anglers along the shoreline. The lake's cooler, deeper waters maintain excellent clarity even during summer heat waves, creating ideal conditions for swimming at designated beaches in both city parks, while the serpentine shoreline with numerous small inlets makes paddling along the shore particularly interesting for kayakers seeking exploration-worthy twists and turns away from the main open water sections where wind and powerboat traffic can be challenging. Winter transforms the lake into opportunities for ice fishing targeting Walleye, Northern Pike, and panfish through the frozen surface, with the city-operated aeration system maintaining safe oxygen levels for fish populations throughout the coldest months. Beyond water activities, the city of Lakeville provides exceptional amenities and attractions including the Lakeville Area Art Center featuring theater productions, art galleries, and classes, Applewood Orchard offering apple picking with 20 varieties plus hayrides and corn mazes, Hot Sam's Antiques featuring a unique 10-acre outdoor display with the famous 24-foot guitar sculpture, numerous parks and walking trails throughout the community, plus easy access to world-class Twin Cities attractions just 20 minutes north including the Mall of America with Nickelodeon Universe indoor amusement park, Minnesota Zoo with over 500 animal species, Valleyfair Amusement Park, Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium for professional sports, and countless shopping, dining, and entertainment options in Minneapolis and St. Paul

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.

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.

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