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2013 Map of Shooting Creek

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Shooting Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The settlement of Elf and the surrounding mountain coves define this landscape along the upper reaches of Chatuge Lake. Development in this region is largely confined to the valleys and lower slopes, as seen in the cluster of local roads near Elf School Rd and the small communities of Shooting Creek and Jackie Cove. The topography is dominated by numerous high-elevation landmarks such as Boteler Peak, Kitchens Knob, and Galloway Mountain, which separate the various creek drainages like Tusquitee Cr and Big Tuni Cr.

A network of forest roads and trails, including Licklog Ridge and Indian Trl, provides access to the steep terrain. Notable landmarks like Tusquitee Landing Airport and Wilson Shepard Lake serve as distinct points of interest for those tracking local changes and land use in this part of Clay County. The intricate system of gaps, such as Tusquitee Gap and Tate Gap, reveals the traditional passage points used to navigate these high ridges.