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1903 Map of Blue Mountain, 1928 Print
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1903 Map of Blue Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1928

About this map

Blue Mountain Lake and Long Lake anchor this 1903 survey of the central Adirondack wilderness, an area defined by its complex network of waterways and early resort outposts. At the turn of the century, the region's transport was still heavily tied to the water, as evidenced by the Steamboat Route connecting Utowana Lake and Eagle Lake. Small settlements like Deerland and Forest House appear as isolated hubs within a landscape dominated by peaks like Blue Mt. and Mt. Sabattis. The industrial imprint of logging is visible at Rolling Dam on the Rock River, while the natural drainage of the Raquette River and Indian Lake dictates the movement across the territory. This map captures the area just as it was becoming a premier destination for seasonal visitors, showing the original footprints of local landmarks and water-access points before modern development altered the shoreline character.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1903
Date Published1928
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.1 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain