2024 Map of Middle Haddam

About this map

The Connecticut River defines the landscape of this region, winding past historical riverfront settlements like Middle Haddam, Portland, and Maromas. This 2024 survey documents a complex network of recreational and historic paths, including the Airline Trl and the New England National Scenic Trl, which navigate the elevation changes of Strickland Hill and Penfield Hill. The map highlights significant local landmarks such as the Connecticut Valley Hospital and Middlesex Community College in Middletown, alongside numerous parish burial grounds like Saint Patricks Cem and Union Hill Cem. Inland, Lake Pocotopaug serves as a major focal point in the east, while the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge preserves the ecological character of the riverbanks and meadows. The alignment of ancient turnpikes, like the Old Marlborough Tpke, alongside modern infrastructure illustrates the long-standing importance of this corridor as a transit point between the river and the surrounding Connecticut hills.