1949 Map of Garden Cove

About this map

Key Largo's eastern coastline is documented here during the late 1940s, a period when the northern stretch of the island remained largely dominated by the Basin Hills and coastal mangroves. The settlement of Garden Cove serves as a focal point along the western shore, positioned near Lake Surprise and the intracoastal waters of Barnes Sound. Inland, the map reveals isolated residences and small named points such as House (South Gable), Baker, and Khowlson along the main road corridor, now known as State Road 905. The coastal geography is defined by intricate tidal features including Rattlesnake Creek and Whitmore Bight. Navigational markers like Basin Hill Lt No 31 and Elbow Reef Beacon B offshore at The Elbow emphasize the area's importance to maritime traffic between the Atlantic Ocean and the protected sounds.