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2021 Map of Chesuncook

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Chesuncook
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Chesuncook stands as a primary focal point at the intersection of the West Branch Penobscot River and Chesuncook Lake. This settlement, once a hub for North Woods logging operations, is documented here with its residential footprint and the Chesuncook Village Cem positioned near Graveyard Point. The surrounding landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways and wetlands, including Brandy Pond, Black Pond, and the serpentine courses of Pine Stream and Little Ragmuff Stream.

Functional seasonal access to these remote timberlands is noted by the presence of the Black Pond Winter Rd, illustrating the region's reliance on specialized transportation routes. The topography is largely low-lying with notable landmarks like Gero Island and Togue Ledge breaking the water's surface, reflecting the North Woods character of the Maine wilderness as it remains managed for natural resources and conservation.