2019 Map of Moravian Falls

About this map

Moravian Falls and the surrounding foothills of the Brushy Mountains define this landscape south of Wilkesboro. The terrain is marked by sharp elevation changes at Pores Knob and numerous passes including Cove Gap, Kilby Gap, and Russell Gap. Settlement patterns follow the winding mountain roads and narrow creek valleys, with clusters of development near Oakwoods and Boomer. Water is a central element of the topography, from the headwaters of the South Yadkin River and Lower Little River to the smaller Yellow Jacket Lake. Genealogists and local historians can trace family land proximity to landmarks like Bald Rock Mtn or Lowe Mtn, as well as established community sites such as Lebanon Cemetery. The intricate network of rural routes, including Moravian Mill Road and Mount Olive Church Road, reveals the persistent layout of these Piedmont communities.