2017 Map of Botkinburg

About this map

Botkinburg and the nearby settlement of Rocky Hill anchor this upland reach of Van Buren County, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of ridges and hollows. The landscape is deeply carved by drainage systems including Archey Creek and Peyton Cr, with high points like Clinton Mtn and Crowell Mtn rising above the valleys. This area reveals a pattern of rural life tied to the local topography, evidenced by numerous family-named landmarks and cemeteries scattered across the ridges. Small family burial sites such as Lunceford Cem, Salem Cem, and Woolum Cem are prominent features, often located near old roadway intersections or on high ground. The presence of Jackson Lake and various named hollows like Zack Hollow suggests a history of localized water management and settlement within the sheltered areas between the major hills.