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2011 Map of Moosehead

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Moosehead
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Moosehead Lake dominates this northern Maine landscape, where the waters of the East Outlet begin their journey from the East Outlet Dam. The settlement of Moosehead sits at this critical hydraulic junction, serving as a gateway to the numerous islands that dot the southern reaches of the lake, including Deer Island, Whiskey Island, and the more remote Black Sand Island.

Away from the main lake shore, the terrain is defined by a network of smaller water bodies and seasonal flows like Burnham Pond and Mountain View Pond. Local access is maintained through a series of specialized routes such as Burnham Pond Rd and Ski Resort Rd, reflecting the area's dual character as a managed wilderness and a recreational destination. The presence of Masterman Farm Rd in the north suggests earlier agricultural footprints among the timberlands and glacial lakes.