1982 Map of Cape San Blas

About this map

Cape San Blas anchors this coastal study, marking the sharp southern bend where the St Joseph Peninsula meets the Gulf of Mexico. This 1982 orthophotomap provides an hybrid view of the shifting shoreline, noting an area subject to frequent change south of the cape and the intricate marshes of St Joseph Bay. The landscape is defined by federal and military presence, including the U S Coast Guard Station with its lighthouse and radio tower, and the Eglin Air Force Base (Test Site) stretching across the dunes. To the east, the map details the narrow Indian Peninsula and the small settlements of Camp Palm and a nearby Trailer Park. Significant environmental features include the St Vincent National Wildlife Refuge and the winding waters of Money Bayou and Depot Creek.