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1966 Map of Wolf Gap

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Wolf Gap
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The industrial and recreational landscape of the West Virginia - Virginia border is captured here during the mid-1960s. The presence of Liberty Furnace, Columbia Furnace, and an Old Iron Furnace near Newman Mountain points to a history of mineral processing in the valley, while the Old Railroad Grade winding along Stony Creek reveals the transportation network that once served these operations.

Much of the area is occupied by the George Washington National Forest and Lost River State Park, featuring a complex system of ridges and hollows. Notable landmarks include the Airway Beacon on Great North Mountain and popular local destinations like the Wolf Gap Recreation Area and Camp Strawderman. The map also details small rural communities and gathering places such as Perry, Mt Vernon Ch, and Bethlehem Ch.