1935 Map of Chain Lakes

About this map

The Arnold Route No 4 Trail traces a historic passage through the Maine wilderness along the Chain Lakes, following the path of Arnold Stream toward the border. This 1935 edition captures a landscape defined by seasonal camps and logging infrastructure, with Moose Mill Camp and Caribou Camp situated along the mountain brooks. The map documents the strategic network of fire detection in this heavily forested region, featuring the Snow Mtn Fire Tower and Kibby Fire Tower on their respective peaks. Notable family or localized landmarks like Ben Dewitt Camp and Upper Farm indicate the sparse but established human presence in townships like Kibby and Alder Stream. The rugged terrain of Kibby Mountain and Mt Pisgah serves as the backdrop for a network of trails and brooks that fed the regional timber and water systems.