2024 Map of Forbes Island

About this map

The Apalachicola River carves through a complex network of wetlands and riverine forests along the borders of Gulf, Liberty, and Franklin counties. Within the Apalachicola National Forest, the landscape is defined by the shifting paths of the Brothers River and the Brickyard Cut-Off, creating isolated terrain features such as Forbes Island and Downes Island. Small river-oriented settlements like Brickyard and Glenn Hammock appear alongside significant family landmarks, including the Brown and Smith Cem and the Renegade Cem. The road network, including Old Bay City Rd and Kenny Tram Rd, reflects the area's history of timber harvesting and river access, while features like Bloody Bluff Island suggest the long human and natural history of these Florida lowlands.