2023 Map of Kempshall Mountain

About this map

Kempshall Mountain dominates this portion of the Adirondack Park, where high elevations meet a complex network of waterways at the tri-county boundary of Hamilton, Franklin, and Essex. The landscape is defined by the long reach of Long Lake and the Raquette River, punctuated by isolated landmarks like Island House and Plumley Point. The map traces a significant section of the Northville-Placid Trl, a corridor that connects remote points like Shattuck Clearing and Kelly Point. This modern survey records the enduring wilderness character of the region, showing how contemporary trails like the Cold River Horse Trl follow the same drainage patterns of Moose Creek and Cold River that have shaped travel through these mountains for generations. From the heights of Blueberry Mountain to the shores of Catlin Lake, the map provides a precise look at the drainage and topography of this interior wilderness.