2018 Map of Gloucester

About this map

Gloucester occupies a complex coastline of granite outcrops and tidal inlets on this 2018 survey. The landscape is defined by the transition from the densely settled areas around Southeast Harbor to the inland ponds and hills that characterize the interior of the Cape Ann peninsula. Several significant historic sites are documented, including the First Parish Burial Ground and Mount Pleasant Cem, which speak to the deep genealogical roots of this maritime community. The northern reach of the map features a string of freshwater bodies like Fernwood Lake and the Upper and Lower Banjo Ponds, while the shoreline is punctuated by local landmarks such as Susan Point and the Blynman Drawbridge. Further offshore, the chart includes maritime hazards like Kettle Island Ledge and Naushon Point Shoal, illustrating the continuous relationship between the town and the Atlantic.