2016 Map of Chester Gap

About this map

Shenandoah National Park dominates this portion of the Blue Ridge mountains, where steep drainages and high summits define the transition from the Page Valley into the Piedmont. The map shows the winding path of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail as it traverses major peaks including Mt Marshall, Compton Peak, and Carson Mtn. Settlement is concentrated on the fringes of the park boundary, from the community of Chester Gap near the Fauquier County line to the established enclave of Browntown along Gooney Run. Local history is preserved in landmarks like the Williams Cem and the former site of Boyds Mill. Notable terrain features such as the Big Devils Stairs and Hogwallow Flat highlight the complex topography of the Rappahannock County backcountry.