2024 Map of Great Point OE E

About this map

The Atlantic Ocean dominates this maritime survey off the coast of Nantucket, charting a treacherous stretch of seafloor known for shifting sands and nautical hazards. The chart focuses on the complex underwater topography where the Great Round Shoal Channel provides a vital passage through the surrounding banks. These features, including Great Round Shoal and the nearby Little Round Shoal, represent the submerged extensions of the outer Cape and island sands that have historically challenged navigators. The presence of Great Round Reef further highlights the navigational importance of this area, illustrating the submerged hazards that define the approaches to the region's busy shipping lanes and fishing grounds.