1987 Map of Melvin Village

Upland from the lake, the terrain ascends sharply toward peaks such as Mt Shaw and Bald Knob. This transition from the aquatic commerce of the Mt Washington Boat Route to the timbered heights of Tuftonboro defines the local economy. Researchers will find numerous small landings, including State Landing and Clark Landing, alongside interior water bodies like Copps Pond and the drainage of Shannon Brook, providing a detailed look at the interface between the Lakes Region and the neighboring mountain range.