2024 Map of Macedonia

About this map

Macedonia and the surrounding valley of the Hiwassee River are the central focus of this survey, which straddles the border between Georgia and North Carolina. This high-altitude landscape is defined by the intersections of the Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest, where steep gaps like Lemons Gap and Hickorynut Gap provided historical transit routes through the mountains. For those looking for family history, the map documents numerous rural burial sites including Macedonia Cem, Carter Cem, and Corn Cem, many situated near headwater streams like Hightower Creek. The presence of the Southern Nantahala Wilderness and landmarks such as Shooting Creek Bald reflect a region where large-scale conservation has preserved the character of the Blue Ridge terrain while maintaining the distinct footprints of small communities like Osborn and Titus.