1980 Map of Waterville Valley

About this map

Waterville Valley serves as a primary hub of recreational activity within the White Mountain National Forest, where late-twentieth-century development for tourism is evident. The landscape is defined by the steep relief of the Sandwich Range, featuring Mtn Tecumseh and its network of ski lifts, which stand in contrast to the more isolated peaks like Sandwich Mtn and Fisher Mtn. The Mad River carves a deep valley through the center of the sheet, followed by the Tripoli Road as it passes through Thornton Gap. Local history is anchored by the Mad River Cem and the small settlement at Goose Hollow near the southern edge of the survey. Significant natural features include the Mill Brook Cascade and Shell Cascade, along with high-elevation water bodies like Cone Pond and Atwood Pond, illustrating the drainage patterns of the Livermore, Waterville, and Thornton townships.