1965 Map of Hendersonville

About this map

The Southern Railway corridor serves as the industrial and social backbone of this region, connecting the urban core of Hendersonville with outlying mill and mountain communities. During this era of mid-century growth, the landscape is defined by a concentration of seasonal assembly grounds and youth camps, such as the Bonclarken Assembly Grounds and Camp Pinnacle, reflecting the area's established role as a regional retreat. Residential expansion is visible in the purple-shaded growth of Barker Heights and East Flat Rock, while traditional institutions like Oakdale Cem and the Western NC Fairgrounds remain central landmarks. The transition from valley floors to peaks like Stoney Mountain and Glassy Mountain is navigated by historic routes including the Dixie Highway and Howard Gap Road. Local aviation is represented by the Hendersonville-Meyer Airport, situated near the confluence of Mud Creek and Bat Fork.