2011 Map of Hyden West

About this map

Thousandsticks and Sizerock anchor this survey of Leslie County's Cumberland Plateau landscape, where the deeply dissected terrain is defined by a dense network of winding branches and forks. The map documents the intricate road system that follows the narrow valleys, including the Hell for Certain-Sizerock Rd and the Daniel Boone / Hal Rogers Pkwy. Of particular interest to genealogists are the numerous family-named burial sites scattered across the ridges, such as Begley Cemetery, Steele Cemetery, and Keen Cemetery. High points like Lucindas Knob provide a vertical perspective on the drainage basins of Bull Creek and Rockhouse Creek. The presence of the Lucinda Lookout Tower on the western edge highlights the region's managed forest lands, while small settlements like Kaliopi and Jason illustrate the traditional mountain development pattern along the watercourses.