1987 Map of Parker Mountain

About this map

Blue Hills Range dominates the central landscape of this eastern New Hampshire region, rising between the agricultural valleys of Barnstead and Strafford. The map reveals a settlement pattern defined by historic crossroads such as Leighton Corners, Shackford Corners, and Lockes Corner, which once served as the social hubs for scattered upland farms. In the south, the expansive waters of Bow Lake and Jenness Pond mark the transition toward the coastal drainage, while the Little River and Big River provide the primary hydrologic framework for the northern interior. Numerous small Cem markers are noted near the various corners and settlements, offering key points for genealogical research. The presence of a designated Snowmobile Trail and a Boat Ramp on the shore of Bow Lake highlights the recreational character of the area in the late twentieth century.