2011 Map of Isles of Shoals

About this map

Isles of Shoals emerge from the Atlantic Ocean in this coastal survey, detailing a chain of islands straddling the Maine and New Hampshire border. On Star Island, the settlement of Gosport and the Isle of Shoals Lighthouse anchor the maritime landscape. Local family history is preserved in small burial grounds like the Caswell Cemetery, Beebe Cemetery, and Bebe Cemetery, reflecting generations of isolated island life. Navigation and geography are defined by hazards and landforms including Appledore Island, Smuttynose Island, and Malaga Island. Beyond the primary islands, the survey identifies treacherous seafloor features such as Halftide Ledges, Cedar Island Ledge, and Anderson Ledge, which have long dictated the movement of vessels through these waters.