1980 Map of Fort Douglas

About this map

Big Piney Creek winds through the high terrain of the Ozark National Forest on this 1980 edition map, marking a landscape defined by deep valleys and prominent peaks. The settlement of Fort Douglas sits at the confluence of Haw Creek and the main river, serving as a focal point for the surrounding hollows. The area's genealogical history is preserved in small upland burial grounds like Wheeler Cem, Self Cem, and Coleman Cem, often located near named family landmarks such as Wheeler Knob and Coleman Knob. Significant natural features including a Natural Bridge on Hurricane Creek and the high elevations of Pilot Rock Mountain illustrate the isolation of these communities. The presence of the Hurricane Trail and various creek-side fords suggests a network of travel ways that historically connected these mountain settlements before modern infrastructure.