Bays Mountain is such a prominent landmark that it’s been drawn and documented numerous times over the years.
1916 Survey Map of Bays Mountain
One of the earliest Bays Mountain maps is from a 1916 survey as the Dam was being built. The map documents the features and property lines at the time.
This map shows where families lived on the mountain in the early/mid 1900s.
Bays Mountain Maps: Family Homesteads
1971 Map of Bays Mountain Park
Soon after the Park was opened in 1971, this map was featured in the Kingsport Times-News paper. It’s amazing how well it still represents the Park.
Here’s a 1980s trail map showing the western property addition in Hawkins County
Bays Mountain Park: 1980s Trail Map
2021 Bays Mountain Park Trail Map
And today the Park is as grand as ever, with almost 40 miles of trails.