1972 Map of Fiftysix

About this map

Ozark National Forest dominates this section of Stone County, where the topography is defined by the winding course of North Sylamore Creek and its many tributary hollows. The settlement of Fiftysix (Fifty Six) serves as a central point, surrounded by deep-cut terrain including Dave Gunner Hollow and Bud Wallis Hollow. The map reveals a landscape heavily dedicated to public recreation and conservation during the early 1970s, featuring the Gunner Pool Recreation Area and the subterranean wonder of Blanchard Caverns. Local history and genealogy interests are well-represented by rural landmarks such as Shady Grove Ch and the Red Doors Cem near the southern settlement of Newnata. The presence of a Drive-in Theater near Mountain View in the southeast corner provides a distinct cultural marker of the era.