2020 Map of Hickory Grove

About this map

Hickory Grove sits as the primary crossroads in this rural section of York County, where the terrain transitions from the banks of the Broad River to the upland ridges of Worth Mountain. The western edge of the quadrangle is defined by the river’s complex shoreline, featuring Mud Island and McGowan Island near the historic crossing at Smith Ford. The landscape is deeply incised by a network of drainage systems, including Abingdon Creek, Thicketty Creek, and Bullock Creek, which have historically dictated the placement of roads and early settlements. Small communities such as Hopewell, Hoodtown, and Abingdon are connected by a web of local routes like Howells Ferry Rd and Smithford Rd, reflecting a settlement pattern centered on agricultural and river access. The presence of Pleasant Grove Cemetery provides a specific point of interest for those researching local family lineages in this corner of the Piedmont.