2016 Map of Quitsna

About this map

Quitsna and Grabtown anchor this map of the low-lying river country where the Roanoke River separates Bertie and Martin counties. This landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, dominated by the expansive Roquist Pocosin and dense wetlands like Frog Level Swamp and Town Swamp. The river meanders sharply through the southern half of the sheet, forming distinct features such as Frying Pan Bend and Conine Bend, while Conoho Creek flows through the southwestern reaches. The road network, including Rascoe Club House Rd and Roquist Pocosin Rd, follows the higher ground around the pocosin, reflecting the historical challenge of navigating this saturated terrain. The mapping of Conine Island and various landings suggests a long-standing relationship between these local settlements and the river's winding course.