2018 Map of Baxter Lake

About this map

The Berrys River and Cocheco River systems define this segment of Strafford County, where rural crossroads like Strafford Corner and Berrys Corner maintain the region's historical settlement patterns. Modern development from Rochester extends toward the western highlands, yet the landscape remains largely characterized by its numerous water bodies and notable peaks like Blue Job Mtn and Hussey Mtn. Significant local-history value is found in the distribution of family burial grounds, including the Ham Cem, Stanton Cem, and Kimball Cem, which are scattered among the ridges and ponds. The transition from industrial areas near Rochester to the protected waters of the Berrys River Reservoir and Baxter Lake illustrates the balance between expanding residential infrastructure and the preservation of New Hampshire's riverine environments.