1946 Map of Shining Rock

About this map

Pisgah National Forest dominates this mid-century landscape, characterized by the intricate drainage systems of the Davidson River and the East Fork Pigeon River. The terrain is marked by significant vertical relief, from the high peaks of Shining Rock and Tennent Mountain to the deep recesses of Greasy Cove. Human impact is visible through the winding route of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the inclusion of technical sites like the Fish Rearing Station and a Lookout Tower on Pilot Mtn. Local family history and land use are preserved in names like Picklesimer Fields and numerous gap crossings such as Ivestor Gap and Wagon Road Gap. This Tennessee Valley Authority survey captures the area before modern recreational development intensified, documenting traditional landmarks such as Yellowstone Falls and various benchmark locations across the high ridges.