2011 Map of Oxbow West

About this map

The Aroostook River winds through this northern Maine landscape, serving as a primary corridor for a region defined by its timbered ridges and extensive waterways. This 2011 survey captures a quiet, wooded interior where terrain features like Orr Ridge and Sugar Berth Ridge rise above a complex network of streams and still waters. Local history is anchored by names such as Junkins Camp and the nearby Junkins Island, reflecting early settlement and land use in Oxbow North Township. The presence of Arbo Flats and the curiously named Old Maid Rock along the riverbank suggests landmarks familiar to generations of woodsmen and river travelers. To the south, the terrain transitions into significant wetland areas including Lower LaPomkeag Lake and the Dead Brook Deadwater, illustrating the hydrologic character of the North Woods. This map documents a period of modern forestry access via routes like Macdonald Rd while the names of Smith Brook Ridge and Hayden Brook preserve the area's pioneer heritage.