1964 Map of Hanging Rock

About this map

The Dan River carves a winding path through this northern Stokes County landscape, which is dominated by the ridges and peaks of Hanging Rock State Park. This mid-century survey captures the rugged social and natural geography of the area, from the high lookouts at Moore's Knob Lookout Tower to the diverse waterfall systems including Lower Cascade Falls and Window Falls. The terrain is marked by significant ridges like Huckleberry Ridge and Brown Mountain, while local life is anchored by institutions such as North Stokes High Sch and numerous country churches like Stoney Ridge Ch and Simmons Chapel.