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2021 Map of Gilead

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Gilead
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The town of Gilead sits at the confluence of the Androscoggin River and the Wild River, serving as a gateway to the steep peaks of the White Mountain National Forest. This 2021 landscape is defined by its deep river valleys and high summits, including Tumbledown Dick Mtn and Robinson Peak. The area's history is preserved in small family burial grounds like Chapman Cem and Peabody Cem, while more recent activity is noted at the NG Bog Brook Training Site.

The northern reaches are dominated by the Appalachian National Scenic Trail as it traverses the high ground near Jakes Notch. The river system is complex here, featuring several named land masses within the main channel such as Peabody Island and Philbrook Island. The terrain suggests a long history of timber and seasonal use, with logging roads and trails like the Gilead Snomo Trl and Wheeler Brook Trl providing access to the interior.