1983 Map of Islamorada

About this map

Plantation Key and the surrounding islands of the central Florida Keys form the backbone of this coastal survey, reflecting the region's development in the early 1980s. The map illustrates the fragile terrestrial thread connected by the Overseas Highway, specifically highlighting the Long Key Viaduct as it spans the open water between Long Key and Conch Keys. Notable settlements such as Islamorada, Layton, and Craig are shown nestled along the narrow corridor of limestone and mangrove. The geography is defined by the contrast between the protected waters of Florida Bay to the north and the expansive Straits of Florida to the south. Significant preserved areas are documented, including the southeastern reaches of Everglades National Park and the historic Indian Key, offering insight into the environmental and navigational importance of the Hawk Channel and its various anchorages.