2019 Map of Clifton Forge

About this map

The Jackson River and James River converge in this industrial and mountainous region of the George Washington National Forest. The rail-focused economy of Clifton Forge is anchored by the C & O line, which follows the river valleys through narrow passages like Rainbow Gap. Significant for local genealogy, the area contains several established burial grounds, including Oakland Grove Presbyterian Cem and Mountain View Cem. To the east, the Cowpasture River flows through the Soldiers Retreat Valley, a landscape shaped by both the river and the surrounding Rich Patch Mountains. Notable transportation infrastructure includes the Robert F Craft Memorial Bridge and small aviation fields like Riverwood Airport, while historical industrial roots are reflected in names such as Longdale Furnace Rd.