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2011 Map of Shining Rock

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Shining Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Looking Glass Rock and the high ridges of the Pisgah National Forest define this landscape along the Eastern Continental Divide. The area is marked by a network of drainage systems, notably the East Fork Pigeon River and the Davidson River, which carve through the high-elevation terrain. This 2011 survey documents the established recreational infrastructure of the early 21st century, including the Shining Rock Parking Area, Cove Creek Campground, and multiple backcountry refuges such as the Butter Gap Shelter and Deep Gap Shelter.

Historically significant landmarks like The Pink Beds and the Wagon Road Gap indicate long-standing transit and botanical interest in this part of Haywood County. The map details numerous family-named or descriptive features, such as Picklesimer Fields and Dog Loser Knob, which provide a record of local nomenclature. The proximity of the Looking Glass Rock Scenic Area to the John Rock Scenic Area highlights the concentration of geological landmarks that have shaped the region's identity as a hub for mountaineering and forestry research.