1966 Map of Edinburg

About this map

The Shenandoah River North Fork meanders through the heart of the valley, carving the dramatic serpentine loops known as the Seven Bends. This landscape is defined by the juxtaposition of the fertile valley floor, home to settlements like Edinburg and Woodstock, and the steep, forested slopes of Short Mountain and Powell Mountain within the George Washington National Forest. The Southern railroad line runs parallel to the river, anchoring a corridor of historical development that includes Massanutten Military Academy and smaller communities such as Lantz Mills and Hawkinstown. Local history is preserved in the numerous rural cemeteries and churches, including Wakemans Grove Cem and Wesley Chapel, which mark the generational roots of the area. The map also captures 20th-century additions like the Drive-in Theater and Edinburg Reservoir, reflecting the evolving infrastructure of Shenandoah County.