2014 Map of Big Shanty Mountain

About this map

The Appalachian National Scenic Trail winds through this high-elevation landscape in Piscataquis County, crossing several major peaks including White Cap Mtn and passing near the slopes of Big Shanty Mountain. This terrain is defined by its numerous isolated water bodies and the headwaters of the E Br Pleasant River, which drains the interior valleys. The map shows a region shaped by significant elevation changes, from the heights of Big Spruce Mtn to the shoreline of Sixth Roach Pond. Access into this remote timberland is limited to a few specific corridors such as Spruce Brook Rd and Johnston Pond Rd, reflecting the area's primary use for recreation and forest management rather than permanent settlement.