2011 Map of Lost River State Park

About this map

Shenandoah Mountain and the surrounding ridges of Hardy County define this landscape, where high-elevation landmarks offer vantage points over the valley below. The Big Ridge Lookout Tower and Cranny Crow Overlook stand as notable human markers within the forested terrain, while geological features like Helmick Rock, Miller Rock, and Cheeks Rocks punctuate the ridgelines. The drainage pattern is led by the South Fork South Branch Potomac River, supported by numerous seasonal runs such as Stony Run, Kimsey Run, and Howards Lick Run. The infrastructure reflects the area's role in water management and recreation, highlighted by the South Fork Structure One Dam and the network of roads providing access to the interior, including Howards Lick River State Park Rd and Park Forest Rd 1. This topographical study captures the intersection of conservation lands and natural watercourses at the start of the 2010s.