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1961 Map of Killington Peak

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Killington Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Killington Peak dominates the high terrain of this Green Mountain landscape, serving as the focal point for early development of the Killington Ski Area. The summit area, situated where the boundaries of Sherburne and Mendon meet, is crisscrossed by the Appalachian Long Trail and the Juggernaut Trail, reflecting the region's mid-century identity as a recreation hub. Most human settlement is concentrated in the valley floors, particularly near West Bridgewater and Shrewsbury.

Tracing the waterways like the Ottauquechee River and Cold River reveals the placement of essential community structures, including the Mission Chapel and Northam School. Large tracts are preserved within the Calvin Coolidge State Forest, while local history is etched into the land at Hillside Cemetery and Northam Cemetery. The map captures a transition period where traditional mountain farming and timber work in the Rutland City Forest exist alongside the growing commercial ski industry.