1965 Map of Cumberland Knob

About this map

Cumberland Knob Recreation Area straddles the state line in the mid-1960s, marking a rugged point where the Blue Ridge Parkway winds through the hills of North Carolina and Virginia. This survey highlights a rural landscape defined by narrow creek valleys and small upland clearings, where life centered around landmarks like McKnights Mill and the Galax Airport. The distribution of small settlements such as Edmonds and Ennice reflects a persistent pattern of mountain living, with social life anchored by many country congregations including Mountvale Ch and Big Spring Ch.