2010 Map of Whitehead

About this map

The mountain settlement of Whitehead serves as a focal point for this section of Alleghany County, where the Little River winds through a landscape defined by prominent peaks like Cheek Mountain and Fender Mountain. The era's transportation network is dominated by the Blue Ridge Pkwy, which provides access to numerous scenic landmarks such as Alligator Back and the Bluff Mountain Overlook. Local history and genealogy are anchored by several established sites, including Prathers Creek Church and its associated Prathers Creek Cemetery, alongside Antioch Cemetery and Stamper Cemetery. This survey highlights the region's historical homesteads, featuring the Caudill Cabin and Brinegar Cabin, which illustrate the enduring rural character of the Blue Ridge highlands. Small-scale water features like Willis Lake and various branches, such as Waterfalls Creek and Wildcat Branch, define the local drainage patterns between the high ridges of Flat Rock Ridge and Bell Ridge.