2015 Map of Joe Bay

About this map

Everglades National Park dominates this coastal landscape where the fresh water of the mainland meets the salt of the Atlantic Ocean. The map reveals an intricate network of mangrove-lined waterways, including Joe Bay, Little Madeira Bay, and Alligator Bay, which serve as vital transition zones between terrestrial and marine environments. The boundary between Miami-Dade and Monroe counties cuts through these tidal flats and basins, marking a transition from the mainland into the open waters of Florida Bay. Numerous small islands and hammocks dot the seascape, such as Fan Palm Hammock, Eagle Key, and Nest Keys, providing isolated terrestrial habitats amidst the surrounding shallows. Localized hydrological features like Trout Creek and Davis Cr illustrate the complex drainage patterns that define this subtropical wilderness. This 2015 update provides a modern reference for the shifting shorelines and protected islands of this coastal preserve.