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2016 Map of Blackbird Knob

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Blackbird Knob
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Allegheny Front forms the dramatic eastern escarpment of this landscape, where the plateau of Dolly Sods drops away toward the Jordan Run valley. This 2016 survey highlights the intricate network of wilderness paths within the Monongahela National Forest, including the American Discovery Trail and the Blackbird Knob Trail. The terrain is defined by high-elevation peaks like Cabin Mtn and Blackbird Knob, interspersed with numerous headwater runs such as Red Cr and Alder Run.

To the north, the Stony River Reservoir sits at the head of the Stony River, marking a point of industrial significance in an otherwise remote highland area. Notable rocky outcrops like Bear Rocks and Stack Rock serve as landmarks for hikers and researchers tracking the geography of the Tucker and Grant county line. The map captures the specialized backcountry infrastructure of the region, from the A-Frame Road Trail to the winding course of Jordan Run Rd near the eastern boundary.