• A meticulously detailed, laser-cut, multi-layered wooden topographical map of Lake Zumbra in Carver County, Minnesota, showcasing the 271-acre lake within Carver Park Reserve with depth contours from the 14-foot average to the 58-foot maximum depth. The natural wood top layer frames six miles of mostly undeveloped shoreline protected by Three Rivers Park District near Victoria, while graduated blue layers create a striking visual depth gradient across this premier Northern Pike fishery.
  • A meticulously detailed, laser-cut, multi-layered wooden topographical map of Lake Zumbra in Carver County, Minnesota, showcasing the 271-acre lake within Carver Park Reserve with depth contours from the 14-foot average to the 58-foot maximum depth. The natural wood top layer frames six miles of mostly undeveloped shoreline protected by Three Rivers Park District near Victoria, while graduated blue layers create a striking visual depth gradient across this premier Northern Pike fishery.
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Lake Zumbra in Carver County, Minnesota

Lake Zumbra in Carver County, Minnesota

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Lake Zumbra in Carver County, Minnesota

This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version

Lake Zumbra is a 271-acre natural lake in Carver County featuring crystal-clear water reaching a maximum depth of 58 feet with an average depth of 14 feet and six miles of scenic shoreline, most of which remains undeveloped and protected within Carver Park Reserve managed by Three Rivers Park District. This productive fishery is primarily managed by the Minnesota DNR for Northern Pike, which are highly abundant with exceptional catch rates of 17.5 fish per net greatly exceeding the 75th percentile for this lake class, with 46 percent of fish exceeding 21 inches and 5 percent exceeding 28 inches, averaging 21.2 inches and 2.15 pounds with the largest specimens reaching 32.3 inches. The lake also supports excellent populations of Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, Carp, and various bullhead species including Black, Brown, and Yellow Bullhead, plus Bowfin creating a diverse ecosystem. With medium to high water clarity and varied habitat structure, the lake provides exceptional year-round fishing opportunities. A public boat launch provides convenient access, and the lake is perfect for fishing, boating, water skiing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and ice fishing, though anglers should be aware that Eurasian watermilfoil is present as the lake is designated as infested

Located within Carver Park Reserve near the charming town of Victoria in western Carver County, Lake Zumbra sits just 20 miles southwest of Minneapolis on the western edge of the Twin Cities metro area in Minnesota's fastest-growing county. Victoria, known as the "City of Lakes and Parks" with thirteen scenic lakes and over 200 acres of parkland, was first settled by Michael Diethelm from Switzerland in 1851 and today boasts a population of 11,900 residents enjoying small-town hospitality with convenient urban access. The 1,800-acre Carver Park Reserve surrounding the lake features Lowry Nature Center (the first public nature center built in the Twin Cities), Grimm Farm Historic Site called the birthplace of the Dairy Belt, King Waterbird Sanctuary where visitors spot trumpeter swans, osprey, mink, white-tailed deer, and barred owls, plus Lake Auburn Campground with 57 rustic campsites and an unguarded beach. The reserve offers exceptional recreation including over 10 miles of Monarch Singletrack mountain biking trails, the Paradise Playground bike park opened in 2023, extensive cross-country ski trails groomed for skate and classic skiing, a 27-acre off-leash dog area, archery programs, and miles of hiking and horseback riding trails through rolling wooded terrain. Nearby attractions include the world-renowned 1,200-acre Minnesota Landscape Arboretum with stunning public gardens, Schram Vineyards Winery & Brewery and Parley Lake Winery for tastings and tours, the Carver County Historical Society Museum founded in 1940, Victoria Farmers Market showcasing local producers, and exceptional shopping and dining throughout Carver County's eleven unique communities including Chaska with Firemen's Park splash pad and the Chaska Curling Center, Waconia with Lake Waconia (the Twin Cities' second-largest lake), Minnesota's Largest Candy Store in Jordan, and Prince's Paisley Park. The area provides year-round recreation across 115 lakes and over 4,000 acres of parks with endless trails, plus easy access via Highway 212 directly connecting to Minneapolis making Victoria and Lake Zumbra the perfect escape from urban life while remaining just minutes from the Twin Cities

This beautifully handcrafted laser-cut wooden topographical map of Lake Zumbra would make a charming addition to your Victoria-area home, Carver County cabin, or office, celebrating your connection to this pristine lake within Carver Park Reserve at the heart of the "City of Lakes and Parks." The artistic design features a natural wood top layer that perfectly frames the lake's 271-acre basin with six miles of mostly undeveloped shoreline protected by Three Rivers Park District, while the water depths are represented through a captivating gradient flowing from light blue in the 14-foot average areas to rich deeper blue at the impressive 58-foot maximum depth. Every bay, the public boat launch, Carver Park Reserve boundaries, and the distinctive features of this exceptional Northern Pike fishery where fish average over 21 inches and 46 percent exceed that length are precisely laser-etched into the multi-layered wood construction, creating a three-dimensional piece of wall art that beautifully captures the clear water, abundant wildlife, and recreational heritage of this beloved Carver County treasure just 20 miles from Minneapolis surrounded by 1,800 acres of rolling hills, wooded trails, and interconnected lakes in Minnesota's fastest-growing and most scenic county

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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