2016 Map of Blackwater Falls

About this map

The Blackwater River and its numerous tributaries, including Engine Run and Red Creek, define the complex drainage patterns of this high-elevation landscape within the Monongahela National Forest. The map details the transition from the industrial and residential centers of Thomas and Davis in the north to the more agrarian and recreational character of Canaan Valley in the south. High peaks such as Bearden Knob and Cabin Mtn flank the valleys, while localized landmarks like Chimney Rock and Flat Ridge highlight the distinctive geology. In the central valley, the small settlement of Cortland and the nearby Cortland Cem represent the long-standing community footprint, juxtaposed with modern recreational infrastructure like the Windwood Fly-In Resort Airport. A dense network of former resource roads, such as Old Logging Road and various Plantation trails, indicates a history of forest management and timber extraction across the Allegheny front.