1953 Map of Lake Placid

About this map

Lake Placid and its sprawling island-dotted waters anchor this mid-century look at the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks. The map details the transition from the village of Lake Placid to the surrounding wilderness, featuring landmarks like John Browns Grave and the Municipal Airport at the southern edge. The terrain is defined by the Stephenson Range and Black Brook Range, where the industrial history of the area is noted through sites such as East Kilns, Middle Kilns, and West Kilns. This era shows the developed tourist and transportation network including the Memorial Toll Road winding toward the peaks, while small rural education hubs like District Sch No 1 and Kilburn Sch still served local hamlets. The Ausable River and Saranac River dominate the drainage patterns, carving through gaps like Wilmington Notch and passing landmarks such as The Flume Fall.