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2022 Map of Sam Knob

USGS Topo · Published 2022

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Richland Balsam and the high ridges of the Great Balsam Mountains anchor this high-elevation landscape where the Nantahala National Forest meets the Pisgah National Forest. The winding corridor of the Blue Ridge Parkway traces the crest of the mountains, passing landmark peaks like Tanasee Bald and Mt Hardy at the intersection of Jackson, Haywood, and Transylvania counties. This 2022 survey illustrates the modern trail and recreational infrastructure of the region, including the Mountains to Sea Trl and the Art Loeb Spur Trl. Water features define the drainage patterns of the southern Appalachians, from the headwaters of the West Fork Pigeon River to the secluded Balsam Lake and the vertical drop at Dills Falls. The map documents a landscape primarily dedicated to conservation and backcountry travel, with numerous named gaps like Horsebone Gap and Buckeye Gap serving as traditional points of passage through the ridges.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed2022
Date Published2022
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions24 x 29 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain