1942 Map of North Conway

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The Boston and Maine Railroad follows the winding path of the Saco River through the heart of this 1942 landscape, connecting the growing village of North Conway with established settlements like Intervale, Glen, and the granite-quarrying community of Redstone. The map illustrates a region transitioning from its early settlement roots to a destination for recreation, with early trails like the Baldface Circle Trail and various fire towers, including the Davis Memorial Tower, appearing alongside local landmarks. To the north, the township of Jackson is surrounded by peaks such as Black Mtn and Eagle Mtn, while the eastern border with Maine shows the rural character of Chatham and the Eastman Sch. Large protected areas, including the White Mountain National Forest and Merriman State Forest, dominate the high terrain, preserving the watershed that feeds the Ellis River and Wild River.