2018 Map of Leadbetter Island

About this map

Leadbetter Island and its surrounding archipelago define this maritime landscape in Penobscot Bay. The map documents the intricate navigation routes of the Knox County coastline, most notably the E. Frank Thompson Ferry line crossing from the west toward Lawrys Narrows. On the larger landmasses, a network of local roads such as Browns Head Light Rd and Wharf Quarry Rd suggests a history of coastal industry and lighthouse access. The interior terrain features prominent heights like Tiptoe Mtn and Mid Mtn, while the coastline is a complex maze of coves and ledges, including Wooster Cove and the treacherous-sounding Drunkard Ledge. This survey provides a modern record of the shoreline and small island clusters such as Fiddlehead Island and Dogfish Island before shifting tides or coastal development alter the seafaring character of the region.