1953 Map of Mount Marcy

About this map

Mt Marcy stands as the central focal point of this 1950s survey, anchoring a complex system of drainage and high-altitude terrain. The map details the intricate network of alpine trails that served hikers and climbers of the era, including the Van Hoevenberg Trail and the Range Trail. Water features like the high-elevation Lake Tear of the Clouds and the Opalescent River illustrate the hydrology of the High Peaks region before modern developments altered local access.