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2023 Map of Walton East

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Walton East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The West Branch Delaware River carves a deep valley through this corner of the Catskills, anchoring the settlements of Walton, Colchester, and Hawleys. The landscape is defined by its dramatic verticality, where prominent peaks like Mount Holly and Colchester Mountain rise above a complex network of tributary-fed hollows. These secluded valleys, including Feak Hollow and Chambers Hollow, have served as isolated homestead sites and small farming enclaves for generations.

Genealogists will find several notable burial sites tucked into the high ground, such as the Feak Hollow Jamieson Cem and the Peak Hollow Cem near the northern boundary. The distribution of roads like Hawleys-Downsville Rd and Colchester Mountain Rd reflects the historical challenge of navigating this steep terrain. Landmarks such as Wolf's Lair suggest the area's continued use for recreation and seasonal residence alongside traditional river-valley agriculture.