1989 Map of Penobscot Farm

About this map

The West Branch Penobscot River snakes through this Piscataquis County landscape, a region defined by its timber and river history in the late twentieth century. In the northern reaches, the Smith Halfway House (Site) stands as a marker of the historic stopping points used during the era of river drives and northern Maine exploration. The terrain is marked by the complex intersection of waterways, including Lobster Stream and the wide expanse of the Cassidy Deadwater, illustrating the natural drainage patterns of the Maine woods before significant modern development. The Golden Road cuts through the township of North East Carry, serving as a primary artery for the local logging economy. To the south, the namesake Penobscot Farm and the remote outpost at Hannibals Crossing provide evidence of the scattered settlements and administrative sites that supported forestry operations and outdoor recreation near Little Lobster Lake.