2016 Map of Rocky Point

About this map

Rocky Point and its surrounding coastal plain communities are defined by a complex network of blackwater streams and wetlands in this Pender County landscape. The area is anchored by several small settlements including Bells Crossroads, Ashton, and Highsmith, which serve as focal points for the rural road system. The presence of the Burgaw Savannah and extensive drainages like Turkey Creek, Long Creek, and Morgans Cr illustrate the low-lying, hydrologically active nature of this region. Local history and genealogy are anchored by established burial grounds such as Rileys Creek Cem and Hocutt Cem. The map traces the boundary between Pender and New Hanover counties, showing the transition of the landscape as it moves toward the Atlantic coast, with numerous family-named landmarks like Little Kelly and Twin Oak providing evidence of long-term community identity.