2016 Map of Buffalo City

About this map

Buffalo City stands as a focal point in this coastal reach of Dare County, where the terrestrial landscape dissolves into the expansive Atlantic Ocean. The region is defined by an intricate network of waterways and marshy channels, including the prominent Long Stretch and Sawyer Lake. The settlement pattern is sparse, largely dictated by the wetlands that dominate the interior, with naming conventions like Buzzard Roost and Raccoon Point reflecting the wild character of the terrain. A dense grid of specialized access roads such as Gator Rd, Possum Rd, and Miltail Rd crisscrosses the boggy reaches south of Sandy Ridge. These routes, along with the Sandy Ridge Trail, suggest a landscape utilized for specific coastal industries or resource management rather than dense residential development, maintaining the isolation of landmarks like Halfway Point and Stumpy Point.