The lake derives its name from the Wendigo or Windigo of Algonquin mythology. Prior to European exploration, the area of Windigo Lake was inhabited by the Ojibwa Indians. It includes Burnt Rock Island, Windfall Island, Cyclone Island and Windigo Islands. In 1995, Saugeen withdrew from membership in all political organizations, including Windigo First Nations Council. The film is inspired by the Windigo legend of North America. The ferries pass by Rock of Ages Lighthouse near Windigo. Briefly in the 2008 season, the Ranger III carried visitors to and from Windigo. League skater Windigo played for Team Canada at the 2011 Roller Derby World Cup. Other notable formations in the vicinity include Howlock Mountain, Windigo Butte, and Tolo Mountain. Both Rock Harbor and Windigo have paid showers and provisions available. From these venture, in 1983, the Windigo Tribal Council was established. Lake Windigo is a small lake on Star Island in northern Minnesota, United States. Other sidings along the line are Casey, Hibbard, Cann, Sanmaur, Vandry, Windigo, and Rapide-Blanc-Station. Windigo Lake is a popular resort area, drawing cabin owners and visitors from the Minneapolis-St. Windigo is located in Star Island in Cass Lake.