1907 Map of Rouses Point

About this map

Fort Montgomery stands at the northern boundary of this lakefront survey, overlooking the strategic narrows where Lake Champlain meets the Canadian border. The landscape is defined by the intricate shoreline of the lake, including the prominent island of Isle La Motte and the peninsula of Alburg. A robust early 20th-century transportation network is evident, with the Rutland R. R., Central Vermont R. R., and Delaware and Hudson R. R. converging near Rouses Point. The waterway itself remains a primary artery for commerce, noted by The Gut G.T. Co Steamers route passing between the islands. Along the western shore, small settlements like Chazy Landing and Point au Roche serve as local hubs, while numerous navigational aids such as the Isle La Motte L.H. and Point au Roche L.H. guide traffic through the bays and passages.