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2024 Map of Abol Pond

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Abol Pond
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

Abol Mtn towers over a landscape defined by the intricate hydrology of the West Branch Penobscot River. This modern topographic survey illustrates a dense network of water bodies, from the broad First Debsconeag Lake to smaller, high-elevation features like Helon Taylor Pond and Cranberry Pond. The terrain is marked by significant elevation changes where the river system creates numerous drops, such as Abol Falls and Pockwockamus Falls.

Recreational and industrial footprints are balanced by the presence of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and the private Golden Rd, a critical artery for the regional timber industry. The map highlights the transition from rapid river stretches to stagnant areas like the Abol Deadwater and Pockwockamus Deadwater, offering a clear view of the north woods' drainage patterns. This area remains largely dominated by its natural features, with the Baxter Park Rd providing primary access to the ponds and trails.