2021 Map of Rome

About this map

Great Pond and its intricate shoreline dominate this Maine landscape, where the town of Rome and village of North Belgrade are defined by their proximity to these massive glacial water bodies. The geography is a complex network of peninsulas and islands, including Snake Point, Horse Point, and Oak Island, which separate the various bays and coves. Local family history is preserved in small burial grounds scattered across the terrain, such as the Mosher Hill-Chute Cem and Tuttle Cem. At the southern edge, North Belgrade Station indicates the historical transport links that once connected this lake-centered economy to the wider region. The elevations around Foss Hill and Varney Hill offer a glimpse into the topographical relief that frames North Pond and Ellis Pond, illustrating how the early road networks, like Rome RD and Smithfield RD, were forced to navigate the irregular shoreline and steep ridges.