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1999 Map of Saylorsburg

Name: 1999 Topographic Map of Saylorsburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2001
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2001

About this map

The intersection of several small Pocono mountain communities defines this landscape at the end of the millennium, centered on the village of Saylorsburg. Situated between Chestnut Ridge and the prominent Blue Mountain ridge, the area reveals a pattern of rural development alongside civic infrastructure. Significant institutional landmarks include the Monroe County Correctional Facility and the Pleasant Valley Manor, while the presence of numerous cemeteries like Mt Calvary Cem and Green Ridge Cem provide essential data points for local genealogists.

Water and terrain dictate the layout of the valley, with McMichael Creek and Cherry Creek carving paths through the hills. This 1999 survey highlights the lingering presence of an Old Railroad Grade and several extractive industries, specifically the Sand and Gravel Pits near Snydersville. The map also documents recreational and youth spaces, including Camp Dent, Camp Akiba, and the State Game Lands No 186, which suggest the region's enduring role as a destination for outdoor activity.