2016 Map of Oak Hill

About this map

Glen Alpine and the expansive northern waters of Lake James anchor this 2016 survey of Burke County. The landscape is defined by the sharp transition from the Catawba River valley into the steep terrain of the Pisgah National Forest, where landmarks like Table Rock and Miller Mtn overlook a network of creek drainages. Significant water features such as Upper Creek, Irish Cr, and Canoe Cr carve through the woodland, while smaller settlements like Oak Hill and Gold appear along the road corridors leading away from the mountain front. This survey provides a modern look at how suburban development from Glen Alpine has moved toward the forest boundary, contrasting with the protected wilderness areas and technical sites like the Table Rock Fish Hatchery Lake.