2019 Map of Gore

About this map

The Illinois River flows through the heart of this Sequoyah County landscape, winding south toward its confluence with the Arkansas River just beyond the town of Gore. This survey highlights a region defined by the dramatic relief of the Ozark foothills, where bluffs like Beetle Bluff, Rock Bluff, and Runyan Bluff overlook the river valley. The northeastern portion of the map is dominated by the waters of Tenkiller Ferry Lake, a significant reservoir managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which has reshaped the local topography and commerce around Aqua Park and Paradise Hill. Genealogists will find a wealth of burial sites, including the Tee Hee Cem, Stevenson Cem, and Linder-Bend-Rogers Cem. The map also captures the settlement patterns of Notchietown and Redbird Smith, along with several family-named landmarks like Merford Ridge and Sausbee Mtn that reflect the area's deep local roots.