1966 Map of Snowden

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The James River carves through the Blue Ridge mountains on this mid-century survey, creating a dramatic corridor for transportation and recreation. The Chesapeake and Ohio railroad follows the river's northern bank through Natural Bridge Station and Greenlee, while the Blue Ridge Parkway winds across the high ridges to the south, marked by numerous overlooks like the Thunder Ridge Overlook. This landscape is defined by the intersection of the George Washington National Forest and the Jefferson National Forest, with the Appalachian Trail traversing the crests. Local life is anchored in several country churches, including Sharon Ch and Hunting Creek Ch, alongside small settlements like Snowden. The presence of the Balcony Falls Dam and various trail shelters like the Johns Hollow Shelter indicates a region balancing early industrial river use with the growth of mountain tourism.