1967 Map of Seven Springs

About this map

Forbes State Forest dominates this section of the Laurel Highlands, where the rugged terrain of the Allegheny Mountains shaped a landscape of scattered mountain settlements and outdoor recreation. Large tracts of state-protected land, including Laurel Ridge State Park and Laurel Hill State Park, are interspersed with small communities like Jones Mills and Champion. The presence of the White Mountain Ski Area and Hidden Valley Ski Area alongside the Seven Springs resort area illustrates the mid-century evolution of this region from a timber and milling economy into a premier winter sports destination. Local history is preserved in sites like the Pritts School and several rural congregations, including Mt Olive Ch and St Raymonds Ch. The network of old mountain roads, such as Old Turnpike Road and Distillery Road, follows the natural contours of the ridges and valleys.