1967 Map of Cooksburg

About this map

The Clarion River winds through the heart of this landscape, marking the intersection of Clarion, Jefferson, and Forest counties during the late 1960s. The region is characterized by extensive conservation and public lands, including the old-growth tracts of Cook Forest State Park, Clear Creek State Forest, and vast reaches of State Game Lands No 283. Small settlements and family landmarks are scattered throughout the hills, such as Cooksburg, Hottelville, and Kahletown. Local history is anchored by sites like St Dominics Ch and its accompanying cemetery, while the terrain's industrial undercurrent is noted by a Strip Mine and scattered gas wells. Named ridges and hills, including Hominy Ridge and Fitzgerald Hill, provide a detailed look at the topographic character of the Allegheny National Forest southern borderlands.