2016 Map of South Otselic

About this map

The Otselic River valley forms the primary geographical axis of this central New York region, where the boundary between Madison and Chenango counties cuts through a series of high ridges and narrow brooks. Settlement patterns follow the winding watercourses and valley floors, notably at South Otselic and the small hamlet of Mariposa. The area is characterized by numerous family and community landmarks, including several hills named for local residents such as Crumb Hill, Truman Hill, and Cary Hill. Genealogists will find a high density of preserved burial sites across the landscape, from the Seventh Day Hollow Cem in the east to Woodlawn Cem in the west. The rugged upland terrain is etched with an intricate network of rural routes like Paradise Hill Rd and Factory Gulf Rd, reflecting the historical transition between timbered ridges and valley agriculture.