1989 Map of Allagash Lake

About this map

Allagash Lake dominates this 1989 provisional survey, serving as the central hub of the Allagash Wilderness State Waterway. The landscape is defined by its complex hydrography, where the Allagash Stream and Wadleigh Bk feed into a network of interconnected water bodies like Poland Pond and the aptly named Frozen Ocean. The map reveals a specialized wilderness infrastructure, with a Ranger Sta, a Forest Service Camp, and a string of remote outposts such as Ice Cave Campsite and Ledge Point Campsite. Significant elevation changes are marked by Allagash Mtn and Poland Mountain, which overlook the dense concentration of smaller ponds including Little Johnson Pond and Mile Pond. This edition preserves the rugged character of the Maine woods before modern developments, highlighting traditional portage routes and timber-adjacent landmarks like the Gravel Pit.