2023 Map of Wolf Gap

About this map

George Washington National Forest blankets the high ridges and steep hollows along the border of West Virginia and Virginia. This area is characterized by massive parallel ridgelines like Great North Mountain, Little Sluice Mtn, and Long Mtn. Settlement is concentrated in the narrow valleys, particularly along Trout Run near Perry and in the lower elevations of the eastern slope near Columbia Furnace. Local genealogy is well-documented through several family-named burial grounds, including the Strawderman Cem and Coffelt Maphis Cem. The landscape reflects a mix of recreation and utility, with the Woodstock Reservoir and Rockcliff Lake providing water and leisure, while landmarks like Ayers Airport and the Bethany Lutheran Church and Cem serve the rural community.