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2018 Map of Carter Dome

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Carter Dome
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

White Mountain National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape, centered on the formidable ridge of the Carter Range. The terrain is defined by a succession of major peaks, including Mt Moriah, North Carter Mtn, South Carter Mtn, and the titular Carter Dome, which rises above the deep depression of Carter Notch. Along the western edge, the Peabody River valley provides a corridor for the Mt Washington Auto Road and the Glen House settlement, serving as a primary gateway for mountaineers and visitors to the Mount Washington Valley.

High-elevation water features and recreational infrastructure are dense throughout the quadrangle. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail traverses the primary ridgeline, connecting notable landmarks like Imp Face and Zeta Pass. Numerous drainage systems like Nineteen-mile Brook and Stony Brook carve deep ravines into the slopes, while smaller falls such as Thompson Falls and named ledges like Pine Mountain Ledge provide specific points of interest for those tracing the historic trail networks of the White Mountains.