2012 Map of Woodstock

About this map

The Pemigewasset River corridor serves as the primary artery for settlement and transit in this Grafton County landscape, where the communities of Woodstock, West Thornton, and Thornton are concentrated along its banks. By the early 21st century, the area shows a clear pattern of recreation and local infrastructure, featuring the Jack O'Lantern Golf Course and Bradley Field Airport. The map documents a blend of residential pockets like Knockers Hole and natural landmarks such as Mill Brook Cascade and Mirror Lake. The terrain rises sharply from the river valley toward significant peaks including Mount Cilley, Barron Mountain, and Wanosha Mountain. This era of the landscape is defined by the proximity of high-elevation points like Blake Mountain to the river-level developments, illustrating the historical dependence of these New Hampshire mountain towns on the narrow valley floor for growth and connectivity.