1969 Map of Oriole Beach

About this map

Santa Rosa Island stretches across this coastal survey, forming a protective barrier between the Gulf of Mexico and the mainland. The landscape is defined by extensive sand dunes and several prominent coastal landmarks including Sharp Point, Range Point, and Big Sabine Point. Along the northern shore of the Santa Rosa Sound, the settlements of Gulf Breeze and Oriole Beach show established residential patterns near the water's edge. Much of the island's central and eastern portions are preserved as part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, maintaining the natural character of the shoreline. The inclusion of Via De Luna indicates early infrastructure development providing access across the barrier island during the late 1960s and 1980s revision period.