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2017 Map of Tickanetley

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Tickanetley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Tickanetley sits within the high ridges of the Chattahoochee National Forest, where the landscape is defined by its numerous small settlements and scattered country churches. This 2017 topographic study highlights a geography of high peaks like Tickanetley Bald and Rich Mtn, separated by deep gaps such as Steamy Gap and Hardslate Gap. The area is notably dense with localized community landmarks, particularly Baptist churches and their accompanying cemeteries, which provide significant genealogical anchor points for the region.

Water plays a central role in the terrain's orientation, with the Cartecay River and Tickanetley Creek winding through the valleys. The map documents smaller named hamlets including Quill, Diamond, and Pisgah, showing how habitation has followed the narrow corridors between mountains like Wolfpen Mtn and Riley Mtn. These settlements remain connected by a network of winding forest roads and family-named trails such as Stanley Stover Road and Pole Coffee Circle.