2022 Map of Clam Lake

About this map

Clam Lake and the surrounding marshlands of Jefferson County define this coastal landscape where the Texas shoreline meets the Gulf of Mexico. The area is a complex network of brackish lagoons and tidal channels, including Salt Lake, Johnson Lake, and Barnett Lake, all linked by the winding course of Salt Bayou. This maritime environment is bisected by the Intracoastal Waterway, a vital engineering feat that cuts through the wetlands to facilitate industrial shipping. Along the coast, McFaddin Beach stretches beside Wiseman Lake, while inland features like the Dipping Vat Ponds hint at the historical cattle operations that once utilized these coastal prairies. A series of navigational cuts, such as Tenmile Cut and Fivemile Cut, reflect efforts to manage water flow and access through the dense bayous, while modern trails like Advanced Trl and Moderate Trl provide contemporary access to the shorelines of Fence Lake.