2016 Map of Rawson

About this map

Hardy Corners and Rawson anchor this rural landscape straddling the line between Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties. The terrain is defined by the high divides between creek valleys, notably where Caneadea Creek and Rawson Creek carve through the uplands. This area shows a persistent pattern of crossroads hamlets like Abbotts and Lyons Corners, often marked by their respective burial grounds such as Hardys Corners Cemetery and Abbotts Cemetery. Near the southern edge, the map captures the transition from the hills to the waters of Cuba Lake. An interesting historical trace appears in the southeast corner with the Genesee Valley Canal, providing a clear reference point for industrial history and early transport routes. Long-distance recreation is represented by the North Country National Scenic Trail as it winds through the northern woods.