2021 Map of Heflin

About this map

Heflin serves as the focal point of this 2021 study, anchored by the Cleburne County Courthouse and a surrounding network of local roads that lead into the rugged hills of the Talladega National Forest. The landscape is defined by the ridge-and-valley topography of the southern Appalachians, featuring landmarks like Brymer Mtn and Flag Mtn. To the east, the community of Edwardsville sits near the headwaters of Cane Cr, reflecting the long-established settlement patterns of eastern Alabama. For those tracing family roots, the map is remarkably detailed with burial sites, including Heflin Cem, Evans Chapel Cem, and Happy Hill Cem. Water resources are abundant, ranging from the recreational waters of Lake Heflin and Highrock Lake to the meandering courses of Shoal Cr and Cahulga Cr. The presence of the Pinhoti National Recreation Trail winding through the northern ridges highlights the area's modern role as a hub for outdoor activity amidst its traditional rural setting.