1986 Map of Groveton

About this map

The Connecticut River serves as the primary artery of this mid-1980s survey, marking the border between New Hampshire and Vermont where industry and transit once thrived. In Groveton, the landscape is shaped by the intersection of the Grand Trunk RR and the Boston & Maine RR, reflecting a dense network of mountain logging and regional commerce. This era shows the extensive reach of the White Mountain National Forest alongside state-managed lands like Victory State Forest and Maidstone State Forest. To the east, the rugged topography of the Mahoosuc Range and Dixville Mountains gives way to the expansive waters of Umbagog Lake and the Magalloway River system. The map captures long-established settlements such as North Stratford and Colebrook, while smaller crossroads like Kidderville and Stewartstown Hollow remain visible in the valleys. This study provides a detailed view of the Northern Forest at a time when traditional rail lines still traced the riverbanks and wilderness preservation was firmly established.