2024 Map of Black Hammock

About this map

The Everglades landscape dominates this 2024 survey, revealing a vast wetland environment characterized by subtle changes in elevation and vegetation. Significant natural landmarks such as Johnny Buck Hammock and Black Hammock emerge as elevated tree islands within the surrounding sawgrass marshes. The hydrology of the region is defined by the Shark River Slough, which serves as a primary conduit for water flow through this portion of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness. The map also captures the gentle rise of Grossman Ridge in the northeastern corner, illustrating the intricate relationship between topography and the sheet flow of water across Miami-Dade County. This record is essential for understanding contemporary conservation efforts in one of the most protected environments in the United States.