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2024 Map of Craftsbury

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Craftsbury
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

Albany Center and the surrounding highlands of Orleans County define this corner of the Vermont landscape, where the Black River and Lords Creek carve through the terrain. The distribution of small settlements like South Albany, East Albany, and Mill Village reflects a traditional rural structure centered on the region's valleys and water power. A network of cemeteries, including the Catholic Cem and Mitchell - McLaren Cem, are tucked away near old farm roads like Town Farm Rd W and Barton Rd, providing critical anchors for genealogical research.

Outdoor recreation and local industry intersect in the modern era, with trails such as Dante's Loop Trl and the Craftsbury Connector Trl winding through the hills. From the heights of Ames Hill to the shores of Big Hosmer Lake, the map captures the enduring character of these Vermont townships, where family-named features like Page Pond and Hartwell Pond suggest a long-standing connection to the land.