2015 Map of Corkscrew

About this map

Corkscrew serves as the focal point of this southwestern Florida interior, where the transition from agricultural land to residential development is clearly visible. The landscape is defined by its low-lying terrain, punctuated by several large hummocks including Ruess Island and Big Corkscrew Island. These "islands" sit amidst a network of canals and drainage patterns typical of the region's managed hydrology. The map captures a unique mix of rural life and specialized development, such as the Corkscrew Trace Airpark and distinctively named residential spurs like Barefoot Ski Blvd and Happy Dale Ln. To the east, the waters of Lake Trafford sit near the boundary of Lee and Collier counties. This documentation records a moment when traditional land use meets modern expansion, with arterial routes like Corkscrew Rd and the long diagonal of CR-850 providing the primary connectivity through this pocket of the Everglades ecosystem.