1946 Map of Young Womans Creek

About this map

The deep drainage basins of the Pennsylvania Wilds define this landscape, where Young Womans Creek and its many tributaries have carved a complex network of narrow valleys and high ridges. Spanning the boundary between Potter Co and Clinton Co, the map reveals a rugged backcountry largely defined by its natural topography rather than permanent settlements. In place of towns, the area is crisscrossed by specialized routes like the Cannon Hole Trail, Beechwood Trail, and Long Fork Trail, reflecting a history of timber management and forest access. Names like Calamity Hollow, Bee Tree Hollow, and Little Italian Hollow hint at the local lore and specific geographies known to the people who moved through these woods. While a large Pipeline and several Fireline paths cut through the terrain, the land remains primarily a wilderness of named ridges such as Greenlick Ridge and Lebo Ridge, showcasing the remote character of Stewardson and Chapman townships during the mid-20th century.