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1965 Map of Old Rag Mtn

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Old Rag Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Old Rag Mountain and the surrounding wilderness of Shenandoah National Park dominate this mid-century survey of the Blue Ridge. The map documents a transition from the preserved high-altitude forests to the active agricultural communities of Etlan and Nethers along the Hughes River. Deep within the park, historical structures like Corbin Cabin and the Shaver Hollow Shelter remain as markers of backcountry habitation and early park infrastructure.

Transportation networks are clearly defined, featuring the winding Skyline Drive and a dense system of fire roads and footpaths, including the Appalachian Trail and Old Rag Fire Road. The rugged eastern slopes are incised by numerous waterways such as Brokenback Run and Negro Run, while the southeastern corner reveals a landscape of family-named peaks like Adam Yowell Mtn and Graves Mountain. For genealogists, the map identifies local landmarks such as Bethlehem Ch and Etlan Ch, alongside several unnamed Cem sites.