2022 Map of Orkney Springs

About this map

Orkney Springs serves as a central hub in this western Virginia mountain landscape, situated at the intersection of the Orkney Grade and Happy Valley Rd. The area is characterized by its numerous small cemeteries and rural churches, including the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Cem and the Morning Star Lutheran Church Cem, which reflect the region's long-standing community roots. To the east, the development of Basye is marked by the Sky Bryce Airport and the waters of Lake Carroll, indicating a shift toward recreational geography alongside traditional settlements like Basore and Hepners. The terrain is defined by the high ridges of Cove Mountain and Timber Ridge, with the George Washington National Forest covering much of the western reaches. This landscape reveals a complex network of forest trails and mountain gaps, such as Hunkerson Gap, connecting the isolated valleys of the Shenandoah region.