1946 Map of Shining Rock

About this map

Pisgah National Forest dominates this mid-century landscape, where high-elevation gaps and ridges define the headwaters of several major watersheds. The map documents a wilderness managed for both natural resources and recreation, featuring the Fish Rearing Station and a prominent Lookout Tower on Pilot Mtn. The hydrology is particularly well-delineated, showing the path of the East Fork Pigeon River and numerous cascades including Yellowstone Falls and Second Falls.