2011 Map of Park

About this map

Big Horse Creek and its many tributaries carve a dense network of hollows through this portion of North Carolina and Virginia. The 2011 landscape is defined by its deep genealogical roots, visible in the high density of family-named burial grounds like Baldwin Cemetery, Osborne Cemetery, and Blevins Cemetery that dot the ridges and valleys. Small settlements such as Nella, Apple Grove, and Tuckerdale serve as focal points for the rural community, while the presence of the Husk Post Office near Nella indicates a persistent local infrastructure. The terrain rises sharply toward Whitetop Gap in the northwest and Big Spring Mountain to the south, with prominent features like Whindling Ridge and Alley Knob shaping the winding path of local roads. This survey provides a clear view of the longstanding land divisions and family landmarks that characterize this Appalachian borderland.