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1968 Map of Lake Luzerne

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Lake Luzerne
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The Hudson River carves a deep valley through the southern edge of the Adirondack State Park in this 1968 survey. The confluence of the Hudson and the Sacandaga River defines the local geography, anchoring the twin settlements of Hadley and Lake Luzerne. This area is characterized by a high concentration of recreational and natural water bodies, from the chain of Fourth Lake, Third Lake, and Second Lake to the secluded Lake Vanare and Lake Allievi.

Evidence of the region's early history and rural life is scattered across the terrain, notably at the Old Methodist Cem and Leavens Cem. The Delaware And Hudson River railroad line tracks the river's path, supporting local industry alongside numerous sand and gravel pits. To the east, the Luzerne Mountains rise sharply, including landmarks like Beech Mtn and Darling Mtn, while the interior is marked by the expansive Ninemile Swamp.