2016 Map of Snowden

About this map

The James River cuts a deep and winding path through the Blue Ridge Mountains on this 2016 survey, forming a natural corridor for both historic industry and modern recreation. In the northern reaches, the town of Glasgow and the community of Natural Bridge Station sit near the confluence of several mountain creeks, while the settlement of Snowden occupies a strategic bend in the river further east. This landscape is defined by its steep elevation changes, ranging from the depths of Cushaw Reservoir to the heights of Thunder Ridge and Highcock Knob. The mapping documents the convergence of two major federal lands, the Jefferson National Forest and George Washington National Forest, intersected by the iconic Appalachian National Scenic Trail and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Local history is preserved in sites like the Sharon Cem and Tolley Cem, while unusual geological features such as the Devils Marbleyard highlight the area's distinctive mountain terrain.