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1947 Map of Skytop

Name: 1947 Topographic Map of Skytop
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1947
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1947

About this map

The Pocono Plateau landscape of Barrett and Middle Smithfield townships is defined by its extensive system of glacial swamps and mountain watercourses. Centered on the resort community of Skytop, the area features numerous private clubs and camps including the Easton Anglers, Camp Girard, and the Hiawatha Club. The terrain transitions from the heights of West Mountain and East Mtn down through steep drainages like Leavitt Branch and Spruce Cabin Run.

Genealogists and local historians can locate smaller settlements such as Canadensis and the isolated McComas Chapel near Poplar Run. The map provides significant detail on the region's hydrography, from Mountain Lake and the Bush Kill to distinctive natural landmarks like Indian Ladder Falls and High Falls. This 1940s survey documents the area before modern development, marking the network of roads and trails that connected these highland communities and outdoor retreats.