2013 Map of Heidelberg

About this map

The Kentucky River winds in dramatic loops through this Lee County landscape, anchoring several riverside settlements including Heidelberg and Yellow Rock. This 2013 topographic study highlights a region defined by its narrow ridges and deep hollows, such as Short Hollow, where small communities like Ida May and Evelyn are situated along the winding valley floors. The distribution of family burial grounds is particularly dense here, with the Beatty Place Cem, Stonecoal Cem, and Kell Cem serving as significant markers for genealogists tracing local lineage. The terrain is further dissected by numerous watercourses including Sturgeon Cr and Duck Fork, illustrating the complex drainage patterns that have historically shaped transport and habitation. Prominent elevations like Pinnacle and Hale Ridge provide a clear view of the area's relief, while locations such as Bear Track Camp indicate the modern recreational use of this rural terrain.