2022 Map of Laurel Fork

About this map

Carroll and Patrick counties meet along a landscape defined by the winding course of the Blue Ridge Parkway, which meanders through this section of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This 2022 survey documents a rural environment where family history is deeply rooted, evidenced by the high density of small burial grounds such as the Shadrick Worrell Cem, Henry Floyd Vass Cem, and the McGrady-Thomas Cem. The area is characterized by several spiritual anchors, including the Laurel Fork Primitive Baptist Church and Gladesboro Lutheran Church, which serve the scattered residential communities. Waterways like Big Reed Island Creek and Laurel Fork carve through the terrain, while specialized transportation is represented by small airstrips like Wemmering Airport and Groundhog Mountain Airport. The map also captures several family-named landmarks and historical homestead identifiers, such as the Eli Sowers Cem and John Cassell Cem, offering a detailed view of the regional lineage.