2010 Map of Silers Bald

About this map

Great Smoky Mountains high-country terrain defines this 2010 survey along the Tennessee and North Carolina border. The landscape is dominated by heavy ridges and deep drainage systems, most notably the headwaters of the Little River and various prongs like Lynn Camp Prong and Goshen Prong. Higher elevations are marked by several prominent peaks and gaps, including Blanket Mountain, Buckeye Gap, and Jakes Gap. For those interested in the hiking history and high-altitude landmarks of the region, the map identifies specific points of interest such as the Silers Bald Shelter and the Double Spring Gap Shelter. The naming of features like Mellinger Death Ridge and Ben Parton Lookout provides a look into the local lore and personal histories of the range. The area is characterized by a dense network of watercourses, with names like Hostility Branch, Devil Branch, and Snake Tongue illustrating the intricate and often formidable nature of the local topography.