2017 Map of Cass

About this map

The Mulberry River carves a deep valley through the Ozark National Forest, serving as the central artery for the small settlements of Cass and Redding. This landscape is defined by its numerous narrow drainages and family-named hollows, such as Hanging Rock Hollow and Devils Den Hollow, which reveal a history of local land use tied to the rugged terrain. Along the river banks and tucked into the southern flats near Barnes and Paradise, a significant number of small family burial grounds are preserved, including Childers Cem, Plymale Cem, and McIlroy Cem. These sites, along with landmarks like Bee Rock and Bend Hill, provide critical spatial data for genealogists and local historians tracing the early inhabitants of Franklin County. The network of trails, such as the Ozark Highlands Trail, follows the ridgelines above the river, connecting historic points between Whiting Mtn and Morgan Mtn.