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1964 Map of Hanging Rock

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Hanging Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1965
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

Hanging Rock and the high ridges of Sauratown Mountain dominate the southern landscape of this mid-1960s survey. This area of Stokes County is characterized by a dense concentration of family cemeteries and rural institutions, reflecting a deeply rooted community structure along the upper reaches of the Dan River. The terrain transitions from the steep escarpments of Moores Knob and Cooks Wall to the rolling agricultural lands around Gap and Meadows.

Educational and spiritual hubs like North Stokes High Sch and Simmons Chapel anchor the local social geography. Notable water features, including Cascade Falls and Hidden Falls, highlight the dramatic elevation changes within Hanging Rock State Park. Significant local landmarks such as the health resort area of Vade Mecum and the abandoned Radio Facility on the mountain peaks provide insight into the diverse historical land use of the era, from early tourism to communications infrastructure.