1931 Map of Fish River Lake

About this map

Michauds Mill sits at the northern edge of this remote timber and sporting landscape, where the early 20th-century economy was defined by seasonal camps and logging operations. The intricate network of waterways, including Deboullie Pond, Togue Pond, and the expansive Fish River Lake, served as the primary corridors for movement before the proliferation of modern roads. Evidence of this era's activity is found in the scattered sporting and timber camps such as Red River Camps, Bishops Camps, and Blanchards Depot Camp. Landforms like Black Mountain and Whitman Mtn provided natural landmarks for travelers navigating the tote roads and trails. The map documents a specific phase of Aroostook County's history when the wilderness was managed for its natural resources and sought out for its isolation by hunters and woodsmen.