1905 Map of Watkins Glen

About this map

Seneca Lake and Cayuga Lake dominate the northern landscape of this 1905 survey, which covers a critical corridor of the Finger Lakes region. The map documents the intricate rail networks of the era, including the Northern Central RR and Erie RR, which facilitated trade and travel between established hubs like Elmira and Ithaca. Natural landmarks and recreational sites of the early twentieth century are clearly marked, such as the famous Watkins Glen and the cascades at Enfield Falls and Buttermilk Falls.