2023 Map of Blackwater Falls

About this map

Canaan Valley sits at the heart of this high-altitude landscape, where the Blackwater River and its tributaries like Devils Run and Club Run meander through the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge. The map details the transition from the industrial history of Thomas and Davis to a modern focus on conservation and recreation, evidenced by the extensive network of trails such as the Plantation Trl and Yellow Birch Trl. The inclusion of the Windwood Fly-In Resort Airport and the Cortland Cem near the settlement of Cortland provides a look at both the contemporary resort economy and the long-standing agricultural roots of the valley floor. To the west, the steep descent at Blackwater Falls marks the edge of Canaan Mtn, while the eastern border is defined by the high peaks of Cabin Mtn and the wilderness of Dolly Sods Wilderness.