2019 Map of White Gate

About this map

The settlement of White Gate sits at the junction of Walkers Creek Valley Rd and Old Church Rd, serving as a central point in this mountain landscape. Much of the northern and eastern terrain is preserved within the Jefferson National Forest, where the Appalachian National Scenic Trail winds through high-elevation gaps like Big Horse Gap and overlooks such as High Point. The map provides significant detail for genealogists and local historians, showing the Walkers Creek Cem near the center of the valley and identifying numerous family-named landmarks including Silver Mine Hollow and Sulphur Hollow. Water is a defining feature of the area, with Walker Creek and Little Walker Creek cutting through the valleys, while smaller tributaries like Dismal Cr and Wabash Cr drain the high ridges. These natural corridors shaped the placement of early routes like Old Mill Dam Rd and Alum Spring Rd.