2019 Map of Flat Top

About this map

The Bluestone National Scenic River and its tributary, the Little Bluestone River, carve through the complex topography of the Allegheny Plateau where Raleigh, Summers, and Mercer counties meet. This 2019 survey captures the modern landscape of the Flat Top Mtn area, characterized by narrow ridges like Ellison Ridge and prominent heights such as Huff Knob. The settlement pattern follows the high ground and winding corridors, with small communities like Ghent, Dunns, and Piney Flat serving as local anchors. For those looking to trace family history in these hills, the map locates several established burial sites, including the Tom Lilly Cem, Camp Creek Cem, and Meador Cem. The juxtaposition of protected wilderness along the Bluestone Wild and Scenic River and residential development near Flat Top Lake illustrates the region's contemporary land use.