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1955 Map of Saranac Lake

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Saranac Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

Saranac Lake serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, situated at the confluence of the Saranac River and a complex network of waterways including Flower Lake and Lake Colby. The town's significance as a regional hub is evident in its transport infrastructure, from the Saranac Lake Airport to the New York Central Railroad tracks that link the village to Lake Clear Junction and McMasters Crossing. This rail-oriented development pattern connects the primary settlement with outlying communities such as Paul Smiths, Bloomingdale, and Gabriels.

The landscape is characterized by a high density of water bodies and prominent peaks, including Mt Pisgah and McKenzie Mtn. Notable local institutions are well-represented, including the Trudeau sanatorium and rural educational landmarks like the Eight Square Sch and Brighton Sch. The map provides a detailed view of the early developments in Adirondack State Park, showing the layout of town boundaries between Brighton and Harrietstown before significant modern expansion.