1954 Map of Lonewood

About this map

Caney Fork cuts a deep, winding path through the plateau where the borders of White, Van Buren, Cumberland, and Bledsoe counties meet. In the early 1950s, this landscape was defined by isolated settlements like Bethesda and Lonewood, where life centered around narrow valleys and high ridges. The map reveals a rugged geography of sinks and gaps, including Big Sink and Berkshire Gap, which dictated the movement of early residents. Cultural landmarks such as Lonewood Cem and Parks Cem offer vital clues for genealogists tracking families in this remote corner of Tennessee.