1927 Map of Pierce Pond

About this map

West Forks stands as the primary outpost in this sparsely populated stretch of Somerset County during the mid-1920s. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Dead River and the high elevations of Coburn Mtn and Hurricane Mtn. This period of Maine's wilderness history is marked by a network of seasonal sporting camps and landings, such as Grace Pond Camp, Otter Pond Camps, and Hayden Landing, which catered to woodsmen and early recreational travelers.