2024 Map of Madeira Bay

About this map

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness dominates this coastal section of The Everglades, where freshwater outflow meets the salt of Florida Bay. The landscape is defined by the slow movement of water through Taylor Slough and the Taylor River, feeding a complex network of coastal lagoons including Seven Palm Lake, Monroe Lake, and Middle Lake. This modern survey illustrates the intricate interface of the southern Florida shoreline, marking the boundary between Miami-Dade and Monroe counties as it threads through mangrove-lined waters. Significant landforms like Little Madeira Hammock and Madeira Hammock rise slightly above the surrounding wetlands, while named coastal features such as Crocodile Point, Terrapin Point, and Madeira Point help define the northern reach of the bay. The map also records specialized ecological markers like Crocodile Dragover and the isolated Black Betsy Keys, providing a detailed look at this protected wilderness environment.