2023 Map of Hanging Rock

About this map

Hanging Rock stands as a prominent landmark in this section of Hampshire County, where the North River carves a deep valley through the Appalachian ridges. The map reveals a settlement pattern largely dictated by the area's steep terrain, with communities like North River Mills and Slanesville positioned along primary transit corridors. Local history is etched into the landscape through features like the Tear Coat Cem near Pleasantdale and the Quaker Cem to the south. The drainage network is complex, featuring Bearwallow Creek, Tear Coat Creek, and Edwards Run, which support the small agricultural valleys of Parks Valley and Henderson Hollow. High elevations are dominated by Little Cacapon Mountain and North River Mtn, while unique geological formations such as the Devils Backbone and Bens Knob define the horizon. This 2023 survey provides an exacting look at the modern road network, including Zion Church Rd and Offutt School Rd, which link these long-standing rural hamlets.