2012 Map of Bethel

About this map

The Androscoggin River winds through the heart of this Oxford County landscape, shaping the development of Bethel and its surrounding hamlets. The valley floor is marked by a string of riverside settlements including Newry, Mayville, and Middle Intervale, while the rugged higher elevations are defined by peaks like Mount Will and Barker Mountain. This survey illustrates the modern recreation and infrastructure of the early 21st century, from the Sunday River Ski Area to the Bethel Regional Airport. Genealogical interest is particularly high here, as the map identifies several distinct burial grounds such as Sunday River Cemetery and Skillingston Cemetery. The importance of the river system is evident in the presence of named islands like Bond Island and Hastings Island, as well as the numerous tributaries such as Sunday River and Twitchell Brook that feed into the main channel.