1931 Map of Cupsuptic

About this map

Upper Cupsuptic and the surrounding unorganized townships of western Maine are depicted here during a period of active logging and sporting activity. The landscape is defined by the Cupsuptic River and its numerous tributaries, which served as a primary network for the regional timber economy. Distinctive encampments like Riverside Camp, East Branch Camp, and the specialized Cupsuptic Sporting Camp highlight the area's dual identity as a remote industrial timberland and a destination for wilderness recreation. The presence of the Central Maine railroad line along the eastern edge of the quadrangle suggests the critical role of rail in connecting these isolated woods to broader markets. Remote outposts such as Moochers Home and the Game Wardens Camp further illustrate the human infrastructure required to manage these extensive north woods before the advent of modern road systems.