1966 Map of Flint Hill

About this map

The Appalachian Trail traces the northern ridges of this Piedmont landscape, overlooking a network of agricultural valleys and small crossroad settlements. In the mid-1960s, the rural character of the region is defined by the winding course of the Rappahannock River, which forms the border between Rappahannock and Fauquier counties. The map captures the established community of Flint Hill, along with smaller hamlets such as Huntly, Hume, and Cresthill. Notable for genealogists are the numerous family-named terrain features and local landmarks like Wakefield Manor and Willis Chapel.