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1960 Map of Saylorsburg

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Saylorsburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Saylorsburg sits at the base of Kittatinny Mountain, anchoring a landscape where the rural character of Monroe County meets the steep rising ridges of the Blue Mountain. This mid-century survey reveals a network of small, established hamlets such as Snydersville, Sciota, and Hamilton Square, each connected by winding creek-side roads and established spiritual centers like St Johns Ch and St Lukes Ch.

Transport and recreation define much of the valley floor, from the relic Old Railroad Grade near Stroud to the local leisure spots at Saylors Lake and the Blue Mtn Golf Course. For genealogists, the map is particularly helpful for its precise location of burial grounds including Lake View Cem and Green Ridge Cem. The presence of several camps, including Camp Akiba and Camp Dent, highlights the area's mid-century role as a retreat destination, while a Drive-in Theater reflects the roadside culture of the era.