2014 Map of Ross Mountain

About this map

The Talladega National Forest dominates the northwestern corner of this Cleburne County landscape, where the Tallapoosa River carves a winding path through the Piedmont upland. Centered around the community of Heflin, the area is defined by its high ridges, including Ross Mtn, Kemp Mtn, and Bald Mtn. These peaks overlook a network of rural settlements such as Belltown, Gold Hill, and Hollis Crossroads. The map records numerous family-named crossings and landmarks, including Evans Bridge, Ross Bridge, and Denman Bridge, reflecting the historic importance of the river for local transit. Genealogists will find several burial sites noted across the terrain, from New Harmony Cem in the north to Hepsabah Cem near the southern border. The eastern half of the map is particularly rich in small watercourses like Dynne Cr and Clear Cr, feeding into the larger river system that has shaped the county's development and topography.