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2019 Map of Whitetop Mountain

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Whitetop Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Whitetop Mountain and Mount Rogers dominate this high-altitude landscape along the border of Smyth and Grayson Counties. Located within the Jefferson National Forest, this terrain is defined by its ridge-and-valley structure, featuring prominent gaps such as Skulls Gap, Hurricane Gap, and Barton Gap. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail winds extensively through the area, crossing peaks and following the crests of Iron Mountain and Pine Mountain.

Small settlements like Dry Fork and Stony Battery are visible in the northern drainages, while family-named landmarks such as Rowland Creek Cem and West Cem provide points of interest for genealogists. The intricate network of waterways, including Big Laurel Cr and Helton Creek, flows through steep hollows like Incline Hollow and Bell Hollow. This map captures the intersection of early mountain settlement patterns and modern recreational conservation efforts.