1906 Map of Pisgah

About this map

The headwaters of the French Broad River and its major tributaries, such as the Davidson River and Little River, anchor this highland landscape at the dawn of the twentieth century. Centered on the sprawling Pisgah Forest, the map illustrates a network of mountain settlements including Brevard and Waynesville, while the Southern RR provides critical transport through the eastern corridor near Arden. The topography is defined by high-elevation landmarks like Richland Balsam and Toxaway Mt., revealing the early development of Hogback Valley and the various forks of the Pigeon River.