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1935 Map of Chain Lakes

Name: 1935 Topographic Map of Chain Lakes
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1935
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1935

About this map

The United States Canada international boundary cuts across this rugged portion of Franklin County, following the winding height of land between Mt Pisgah and Merrill Mtn. The landscape is dominated by the long, narrow waterway of the Chain of Ponds, which serves as a natural corridor through the mountains. Along its shores and the surrounding highlands, a network of remote outposts like Chain Lakes Camp, Upper Farm, and Moose Mill Camp reflect the area's history of logging and seasonal habitation.

Tracing the path of Route No. 4, the map highlights the historic Arnold Trail, which follows the course of Arnold Stream toward the border. This thoroughfare connects the lower ponds with the northern peaks, passing beneath the fire tower on Snow Mtn. The detailed drainage patterns of the Moose River and Kibby Stream systems illustrate a complex watershed defined by high ridges like Caribou Mountain and Sisk Mtn.