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2020 Map of Fort Mudge

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Fort Mudge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Fort Mudge sits at the northern edge of the sprawling wetlands where Ware, Brantley, and Charlton Counties meet. This landscape is defined by the transition from upland pine flatwoods into the expansive Okefenokee Swamp, a region of intricate water systems and isolated dry elevations. Named landmarks like Cowhouse Island, Corncob Island, and Boat Landing Island rise above the surrounding swamp, indicating areas of slightly higher ground that have historically served as navigational points or seasonal grazing lands.

A network of water bodies including Maul Hammock Lake, Ohio Lake, and Johns Pond are interconnected by sluggish drainages such as Wide Slough and Gum Slough. The infrastructure is dominated by the linear path of Memorial Dr and Crews Blvd cutting through the terrain, while the Swamp Perimeter Rd skirts the edge of the deeper wilderness. Local roads like Mattie Shuman Rd and Wyatt Rd provide access to the rural fringes and the distinctive Dark Thick timber stands.