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2013 Map of Eastatoe Gap

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Eastatoe Gap
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Rocky Bottom serves as a central point in this transition from the higher peaks into the river valleys of the Blue Ridge. The area is notable for its concentration of youth and specialized camps, including the Rocky Bottom Camp for the Blind, Camp Rocky Bottom, and Camp McCall. These institutions are situated among prominent summits like Sassafras Mountain and Caesars Head, where the headwaters of the Middle Fork French Broad River and the S Saluda River begin their descent.

The landscape is defined by its numerous gaps and ridges, such as Eastatoe Gap and Line Runner Ridge, which have historically dictated travel routes and settlement patterns. Local landmarks like Ridge Haven and Camp Adger reflect the region's long-standing use for recreation and retreat, while smaller water bodies like W S Sagar Lake and numerous creeks like Toxaway Cr weave through the mountain hollows.