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1988 Map of Suches

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Suches
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Chattahoochee National Forest dominates this landscape in northern Georgia, where the high peaks of the Blue Ridge define local settlement patterns. Small mountain communities like Suches and Gaddistown are tucked into the valleys, connected by winding roads that traverse historic mountain passes. The presence of Camp Merrill (U S Army) in the southern portion of the sheet reflects the military's use of this difficult terrain for training purposes.

Genealogists will find several family-named landmarks and rural burial grounds, including Woody Cem, Spriggs Cem, and Cavender Cem. The area’s spiritual life is marked by several country churches, such as Mt Pleasant Ch No 2 and Pleasant Valley Ch. Outdoor recreation and conservation are highlighted by the path of the Appalachian Scenic Trail and the Benton MacKaye Trail, which follow the high ridges through this protected wilderness.