2020 Map of Parthenon

About this map

Parthenon and the surrounding high country of the Ozark National Forest are documented here in a landscape defined by deep hollows and narrow river valleys. The Little Buffalo River flows through the northern reaches, while the small settlements of Red Rock and Crossroad occupy the southern highlands. Local genealogy is anchored by sites such as Union Hill Cem, Coopers Bluff Cem, and Red Rock Cem, which represent the enduring footprints of rural mountain communities. Topographic features like Diamond Cave, Smith Mtn, and Round Mtn illustrate the limestone and sandstone geology typical of Newton County. The road network, including Hwy 327 and various timber routes like Vanderpool Rd, connects isolated points like Farmer Cove through the winding ridges and gaps.