2016 Map of Cheriton

About this map

Cheriton and Eastville anchor this coastal survey of the Virginia Eastern Shore, where the landscape is defined by the peninsula’s narrow profile between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The map reveals a high concentration of small, historic communities such as Stumptown, Pat Town, and Seaview, often situated near the intricate network of tidal creeks and inlets. Notable water features like Cherrystone Inlet and the Oyster Slip at Oyster highlight the region’s long-standing connection to maritime commerce and the shellfish industry. Significant landforms including Eyreville Neck and Savage Neck extend into the bay, while the eastern marshes are home to Mockhorn Island. Local history is preserved in the placement of numerous family and community burial grounds, such as Whitehead Cem and Holland Cem, providing valuable touchpoints for genealogical research alongside transportation hubs like Eastville Station and Eagles Nest Airport.