2016 Map of Montreat

About this map

Montreat sits at the base of the Black Mountains in this modern topographic study, where the developed grounds of the Montreat Conf transition into the preserved wildlands of the Pisgah National Forest. The landscape is defined by the steep drainage of the N-Fork Swannanoa River and the high-elevation traverse of the Blue Ridge Parkway, which winds past Clingmans Peak and Mt Gibbes. To the south, the city of Black Mountain anchors the valley, showing a dense network of local streets including Walker Town Rd and McCoy Cove Rd. This map captures the intersection of historical Appalachian settlements like Walkertown and industrial markers such as Graphite and the Jarrett Tunnel, illustrating how the region's transport and utility infrastructure navigates the formidable terrain of the Blue Ridge.