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1946 Map of Crawford Notch

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Crawford Notch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Maine Central RR winds through the steep topography of the White Mountains, following the course of the Saco River through the heart of Crawford Notch Reservation. This 1946 survey details a landscape defined by its role as a corridor for travel and early tourism, anchored by landmarks like the Crawford House and Willey House PO. The settlement of Livermore and the community at Bartlett stand as key points of human activity amidst the extensive reaches of the White Mountain National Forest.

Natural landmarks and hikers' amenities are meticulously recorded, from the Nancy Cascades and Oakes Gulf to several backcountry structures including the Isolation Shelter and Resolution Shelter. The map also captures the complex network of historical trails such as the Davis Path and Crawford Path, which were already well-established routes for exploration. This document preserves the physical layout of the notch before modern highway expansions altered the proximity of these features to the historic rail line.