2019 Map of Carlisle

About this map

The town of Carlisle serves as the focal point of this study, positioned near the divide between the waters of Brushy Fork and the McBrides Run drainage. This 2019 survey documents the intricate network of the Bluegrass region, where the county line between Nicholas County and Bourbon County cuts through a landscape defined by the winding course of Hinkston Creek. Further south, the settlement of Cane Ridge occupies the higher ground above Blacks Creek, while the northwestern corner is marked by the small community of Headquarters. Local genealogy and land history are well-preserved through numerous burial sites such as Concord Church Cem, Mount Carmel Cem, and Stoker Cem. Notable terrain features include the prominent Gallows Hill and Hickory Ridge, which overlook Lake Cannigo. The map also traces established routes like Buffalo Trace Rd and Maysville Rd, reflecting centuries of transit through this part of Kentucky.