2019 Map of Massies Mill

About this map

George Washington National Forest dominates the high elevations of the Blue Ridge in this 2019 survey, where the Appalachian National Scenic Trail winds through the headwaters of the Tye River. The terrain is defined by deep hollows and steep ridges, most notably the iconic Crabtree Falls area. The settlement pattern follows the narrow valley floors, where the Nelson and Amherst county line intersects at Alhambra. These small communities, including Massies Mill, Nash, and Tyro, remain connected by historic routes like State Rte 56 (indicated as State Rte 629 and 667) and State Rte 814. Local history is anchored by family and community landmarks such as Sandy Ridge Cemetery, Oak Hill Cemetery, and Bethel Cemetery, providing vital touchpoints for genealogists tracing the upland residents of this river-cut landscape.