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2019 Map of Old Rag Mountain

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Old Rag Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Shenandoah National Park dominates this 2019 survey, showcasing a landscape defined by deep gaps and prominent peaks. The eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge are deeply incised by the Hughes River and the Robinson River, creating dramatic landforms like Whiteoak Canyon and Halfmile Cliff. High-altitude features including Stony Man and Old Rag Mountain are central landmarks, while the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Skyline Drive trace the western ridgeline.

Outside the park boundary, the rural character of Madison County remains evident in the valley floor settlements of Nethers and Etlan. Researchers can trace the legacy of early transit via the Old Blue Ridge Tpke and local family landmarks such as Adam Yowell Mtn. The map also preserves the location of the Etlan Cem and numerous named hollows, including Berry Hollow and Weakley Hollow, which hint at the region's historic homesteading patterns prior to the park's establishment.