2017 Map of Gibson Island

About this map

Gibson Island and the surrounding Chesapeake shoreline are defined by a complex network of coves and inlets where the Magothy River meets the bay. The map documents the residential and recreational development of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, from the exclusive enclaves of the island to the established neighborhoods of Arnold and Cape St. Claire. Inland, the landscape is dotted with several significant burial grounds, including Cedarwood Cove Cem and Saint Margarets Episcopal Church Cem, reflecting the deep-rooted local history of the Broad Neck peninsula. Transportation is dominated by the corridor of Highway 50 leading toward the William Preston Lane Junior Memorial Bridge, which serves as a vital link across the bay. Smaller landmarks like Mountain Road Airport and the community of Skidmore appear alongside numerous named bogs and points, such as Fresh Pond Bog and Podickory Point, indicating the environmentally sensitive nature of this coastal region.