2016 Map of Cumberland Knob

About this map

The Blue Ridge Parkway winds along the crest of the Blue Ridge mountains, serving as the dominant corridor through this landscape where Virginia and North Carolina meet. This border region is defined by the high elevations of Cumberland Knob and Saddle Mtn, with the state line cutting across the upper reaches of the New River basin. Small, dispersed settlements like Edmonds, Ennice, and Lowgap are connected by narrow mountain roads, reflecting a long history of high-country agriculture and timbering. Numerous small burial grounds, including Savannah Cem and Fishers Gap Cem, are tucked away near these communities, offering significant points of interest for genealogical research. The complex drainage network is evidenced by the headwaters of Chestnut Creek and the Glady Fork, while landmarks like McKnights Mill point to the area's early rural industry.