2020 Map of Gaylesville

About this map

Gaylesville and the southern reaches of Lookout Mountain define this landscape where the Chattooga River feeds into Weiss Lake. The topography is marked by narrow valleys and prominent ridges, including Dirtseller Mtn and Shinbone Ridge, which dictate the local road network and settlement patterns. In the northwest corner, the protected wilderness of the Little River Canyon National Preserve stands in contrast to the agricultural pockets found in Shinbone Valley and Broomtown Valley. Numerous small rural communities such as Blanche, Broomtown, and Ringgold are scattered throughout, often anchored by local landmarks like Davis Church Cem or Union Hill Cem. This contemporary survey provides a clear view of the modern infrastructure and natural boundaries that have shaped northeastern Alabama’s development since the mid-20th century.