1944 Map of Carrabelle

About this map

The Carrabelle River system dominates this mid-century coastal survey, converging where the New River and Crooked River meet the salt waters of St George Sound. The town of Carrabelle is the focal point of the region's industry and transport, served by the Seaboard railroad and protected by the Carrabelle Lighthouse to the southwest. The geography is defined by a complex network of bayous and ponds, including Poston Bayou and Lake Morality, which border the massive expanse of Tates Hell Swamp. This terrain necessitated specialized landings such as Strip Landing for access. Local genealogy and land use are preserved in names like Yent Place, Warrens Bluff, and the settlement of Davis, while the barrier islands of Dog Island and St George Island frame the East Pass entrance to the gulf.