1975 Map of Mars Hill SE

About this map

The international border between the United States and Canada bisects this orthophotograph, capturing the agricultural and wooded landscape of Aroostook County during the mid-1970s. The terrain is dominated by the prominent rise of Mars, overlooking a grid of farm fields and dense woodlots that define the regional economy. To the southwest, the town centers of Mars Hill and Blaine appear as concentrated hubs of development along the transportation corridors that follow the water of Prestile and Rocky. Across the boundary into New Brunswick, smaller settlements like Listerville and Upper Knoxford are visible, highlighting the shared geography and rural character that transcends the national line. The imagery provides a clear view of land-use patterns, showing the sharp contrast between cleared agricultural plots and the remaining forest cover during this period.