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2023 Map of Palmerton

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Palmerton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Palmerton is situated at the foot of Blue Mountain, where the Aquashicola Creek meets the Lehigh River. This modern survey reveals a landscape shaped by both industrial history and preserved corridors, most notably the Appalachian National Scenic Trl which traverses the ridge lines. The geography is defined by the prominent Lehigh Gap, a natural break in the mountain ridge that has historically served as a vital passage for transportation and settlement.

Genealogists will find a high density of burial sites and community centers throughout the Lehigh and Carbon County borderlands. Named locations like the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cem, Little White Church Cem, and the Saint Paul's United Church of Christ of Indianland Cem document the region’s diverse religious heritage. The northern portion of the map transitions into the recreation-focused areas around Beltzville Lake, showing the contemporary balance between historic valley settlements like Aquashicola and Danielsville and modern land use.