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2013 Map of Pocono Pines

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Pocono Pines
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Pocono Pines and Pocono Summit anchor this 2013 topographic study of the Monroe County highlands, where the development of resort and residential communities is deeply integrated with the natural hydrography. The landscape is defined by its extensive system of lakes and ponds, including the large Lake Naomi and Pocono Lake, which are fed by waterways like Beaver Cr and Upper Tunkhannock Cr. These water bodies served as the foundation for the clustered settlements of Emerald Lakes, Stillwater Lakes, and Sun Valley.

Beyond the residential areas, the map details the transition into more isolated terrain at Bear Mountain and Pohopoco Mountain. Distinctive gaps such as Hypsy Gap and Bowers Gap indicate the natural passes through the ridges. Long-standing recreational sites, such as Camp Owaissa and Camp Minis, reflect the area's history as a destination for outdoor retreat, while the presence of Tunkhannock Cr and its tributaries like Mud Pond Run highlight the vital watershed character of the region.