1896 Map of Sebago

About this map

Sebago Lake dominates this Cumberland County landscape, serving as a late 19th-century hub for both industry and early tourism. The Steamboat Route traverses the water from the south toward Naples, connecting with Long Lake and Brandy Pond via the Songo Lock on the Songo River. This sophisticated water-transit network allowed for the movement of goods and passengers before the dominance of automobiles. To the south, the Maine Central R. R. (White Mountains Line) skirts the shore, passing through industrial touchpoints like Steep Falls and Richville. Smaller inland settlements such as Perley Mills, Convene, and South Bridgton are scattered throughout the hills, while the rugged Saddleback Hills and Douglas Hill rise above the western shore. The map provides a clear look at the intricate connections between the Muddy River, Crooked River, and the various islands like Frye Island and the Dingley Islands during a period of significant regional growth.