1953 Map of Tallulah Falls

About this map

Tallulah Gorge and the sharp descent of the Tallulah River dominate this mid-century topographic record of the Georgia mountains. The rugged geography is defined by prominent peaks like Apple Pie Mtn and Hickory Nut Mtn, while the Tallulah Falls railroad line winds through the central corridor, connecting the settlements of Hollywood, Turnerville, and the town of Tallulah Falls itself. The map captures a transition from wild river features, such as Cascade Falls, to the industrial presence of the Substation and Incline Railway. Genealogists will find significant local landmarks including the New Liberty Ch, Ebenezer Ch, and the Kollock Cem. This landscape reflects the intersection of early tourism near the falls and the established rural communities scattered along Deep Creek and Panther Creek.