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1921 Map of Cranberry Lake

Name: 1921 Topographic Map of Cranberry Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1945
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1945

About this map

Cranberry Lake and its intricate network of inlets and flows dominate this wilderness study within the Adirondack State Park. Industrial activity at Benson Mines and Newton Falls contrasts with the remote character of the interior, where the New York Central railroad provides the primary connection between isolated settlements like Wanakena and Robinwood. The presence of the State Ranger School near Esker Pond reflects the region's importance for forest management during this era.

The topography is defined by prominent peaks such as Wolf Mtn and Bear Mtn, while the Oswegatchie River and Dead Creek Flow serve as central drainage routes. Detailed shoreline features, including Joe Indian Island and Barber Point, illustrate the complex geography of the lake before modern development. Smaller water bodies like Darning Needle Pond and Curtis Pond are tucked into the high elevations, accessible only by the primitive trail systems of the day.