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1937 Map of Gorham

Name: 1937 Topographic Map of Gorham
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The industrial and natural landscapes of northern New Hampshire meet along the Androscoggin River in the late 1930s. The bustling city of Berlin and the town of Gorham serve as the primary hubs for a region defined by river power and deep mountain valleys. The Boston and Maine railroad tracks hug the riverbanks, supporting the local economy alongside smaller settlements like Cascade and Shelburne.

Beyond the river corridor, the terrain rises sharply into the high peaks of the White Mountain National Forest. Detailed trail networks, including the Appalachian Trail and the Mahoosuc Trail, provide access to landmarks like Mt Moriah and Imp Face. Traces of specialized labor and recreation are visible at the Mascot Mine, the CCC Camp, and the high-elevation AMC Hut, while Glen House marks a historic gateway for travelers near the southern edge of the sheet.