2016 Map of Looney

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Jefferson National Forest dominates this section of the Blue Ridge, where the Appalachian National Scenic Trail winds across high ridgelines including Brush Mtn and Cove Mtn. The landscape is defined by its deep gaps and mountain saddles, notably McAfee Gap at the southern edge where the terrain transitions toward the Catawba Valley. Small valley settlements such as Webbs Mill and the eponymous Looney are tucked between the massive folds of Johns Creek Mtn and Sinking Creek Mtn. Numerous family burial grounds, including Huffman Cem, Brickey Cem, and Leffel Cem, are scattered throughout these hollows, providing a genealogical record of the families who settled this challenging topography. The network of drainage, including Craig Creek and Meadow Cr, dictates the placement of historic routes like State Rte 621 that follow the natural contours of the valley floors.