2010 Map of Elliston

About this map

The Roanoke River forks into its northern and southern branches in this corner of Roanoke County, shaping a corridor of settlements that include Lafayette, Elliston, and Shawsville. The landscape is dominated by the massive presence of Poor Mountain and Bent Mountain, which direct the flow of numerous tributaries such as Bottom Creek and Mill Creek. This 2010 survey reflects a region defined by its narrow valleys and steep ridges, where historical homesteads and family burial grounds remain nestled in the hollows. Genealogists can identify several local landmarks including Duckwiller Cemetery near Wabun and the Lawrence Cemetery further south. The transportation network, including Northfork Rd and Pedlar Rd, follows the natural contours of the Pedlar Hills and River Ridge, tracing the same paths that have connected these mountain communities for generations.