2024 Map of Amherst

About this map

The West Branch Union River, Middle Branch Union River, and East Branch Union River converge in this corner of Hancock County, defining a landscape of glacial ridges and small upland settlements. The village of Amherst serves as a local hub near the Old Settlers Cem, while the neighboring town of Aurora sits at the junction of Airline Rd and Ellsworth Rd. The terrain is marked by distinctive glacial features like the long esker known as The Whaleback and prominent heights such as Silsby Hill and Moose Hill. For genealogists, the map identifies several burial grounds including Aurora Cem and Penny Cem in North Mariaville. This survey illustrates the persistent rural character of the Maine woods, where roads like Mariaville Rd follow the natural contours of the river valleys and ridges.