2019 Map of Freehold

About this map

Catskill Creek winds through the heart of this landscape, connecting the northern settlements of Freehold and East Durham with the southern reaches of Acra and Cairo. The terrain transitions sharply from the alluvial flats near Woodstock and Purling into the dramatic heights of the Blackhead Mountains. Family history and local heritage are well-preserved through numerous burial grounds, including the Acra Village Cem, Snyder Cem, and Taylor Cem, reflecting a long-standing pattern of rural landownership. The northeastern quadrant is defined by the drainage of Platte Kill, while the southwestern corner rises toward the prominent peaks of Blackhead and Black Dome. Freehold Airport sits as a notable local landmark amidst a network of established county routes and historic roads like Old Rte 23 that have long facilitated movement through the Catskill foothills.