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1965 Map of Thornton Gap

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Thornton Gap
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

Shenandoah National Park straddles the crest of the Blue Ridge, serving as the central focus of this mid-1960s survey. The winding path of Skyline Drive acts as a primary corridor for visitors, connecting key overlooks like Beahms Gap Overlook and Thornton Hollow Overlook. Hikers can trace the Appalachian Trail as it traverses the ridge, passing the Pass Mountain Shelter and Elkwallow Shelter.

Beyond the recreational infrastructure, the map details the complex drainage systems feeding the Thornton River and Hazel River. Named hollows such as Jewell Hollow and Shaver Hollow descend from the heights, reflecting the local topography of Page and Rappahannock counties. Near the park boundary, small markers like a Cem and Park Headquarters anchor the land's transition from managed wilderness to rural settlement near Fourway.