2019 Map of Stillwater Mountain

About this map

Stillwater Mountain dominates the northeast corner of this Adirondack landscape, overlooking the expansive waters of the Stillwater Reservoir. The terrain is defined by a dense network of high-elevation water bodies and drainage systems, including the Independence River and Hitchcock Lake. This map captures a backcountry environment largely accessible via primitive routes like McCarty Rd and Hitchcock Lake Rd, reflecting a landscape preserved for its natural hydrology rather than industrial or residential expansion. The presence of numerous small ponds such as Blue Pond, Fifth Cr Pond, and the Lennon Ponds highlights the glacial character of Herkimer County's upland regions. Named landmarks like Balsam Flats and Polack Swamp provide specific points of reference for local historians and land managers tracking the geography of the northern woods.