Discover the rich landscapes, winding roads, and endless recreation opportunities of the Southern Appalachian region with our 2nd edition Southern Appalachians Road & Recreation Atlas. Spanning parts of 10 states from Harpers Ferry in the northeast to Springer Mountain and the Little River Canyon in the southwest, this large-format, 144-page book showcases the diverse terrain and public lands found in and around these ancient and rugged mountains. Thousands of miles were driven connecting national & state parks, noting a wide range of recreation attractions and insider tips from local public land management agencies. This second edition reflects hundreds of updates and improvements, offering the most accurate, current, and detailed cartographic resource available. From front to back, this atlas brings a fresh and comprehensive view of America’s historic mountain frontier. Recreation Guide (36 pages) Public Land Maps and Categorized Recreation Listings Blue Ridge Parkway with elevation profiles and attractions by mile marker Great Smoky Mountain National Park Shenandoah National Park Climate Graphs with Monthly Temp & Precip. Averages Information Resources with Contact Details POI Categories include Nat’l & State Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas, Boating & Fishing Access, Natural Wonders & Trails, OHV Areas, Historic Sites & Museums, Other Attractions, Campgrounds, RV Parks, and more… Landscape Maps™ (88 pages) Land Cover with Public Land Boundaries Point Elevations on Towns, Lakes, Peaks, etc. Multiple road classifications including: Interstates, Toll roads, Divided highways, Paved roads, Unpaved roads, and Four-wheel-drive roads Attractions and Recreation Access 144 pages. 2nd edition, 2026. ISBN 9798986387987 Map Scales: Landscape Maps 1:190,080 or 1″ = 3 miles Recreation Maps 1: 760,320 or 1″ = 12 miles Blue Ridge Parkway 1:360,000 or 1″ = 5.7 miles Great Smoky Mountains NP 1:253,440 or 1″ = 4 miles Shenandoah NP 1:348,480 or 1″ = 5.5 miles Watch the video below for a walkthrough of the 2nd Edition Southern Appalachians Road & Recreation Atlas! Benchmark Maps can be found at fine retailers including:
