2014 Map of Nichols

About this map

The confluence of the Lumber River and the Little Pee Dee River dominates the eastern landscape of this Marion County region, where the river-rich terrain is defined by swampy lowlands and named islands. Small riverside landings such as Stave Landing, Pitch Landing, and Red Bluff dot the banks of the winding Little Pee Dee, reflecting a historical reliance on these watercourses for transit and commerce. To the west, the settlement of Mullins serves as a primary hub, while Nichols sits near the junction of major rail and road corridors near Huggins Lake. The area is notably dense with small family or community burial grounds, including Clay Hill Cem, Nichols Cem, and Old State Cem, which provide significant points of interest for genealogical research. Prominent terrain features like the Big Sand Hills and Bear Sand Ridges rise above the river plains, marking the distinct topography of the Coastal Plain.