2015 Map of Parrish

About this map

Parrish and the nearby settlement of Erie are the primary hubs in this region of Manatee County, characterized by a sophisticated network of drainage and water management. The landscape is defined by the Manatee River to the south and the winding course of Gamble Creek as it moves toward the river. Large-scale water features like Buffalo Canal and Wade Canal illustrate the conversion of coastal terrain for development and agriculture. Local heritage is preserved at the Parrish Cemet and Fortner Cem, serving as anchors for genealogists tracing families in this part of Florida. The terrain transitions from the developed corridors along SR-62 and Erie Rd to the natural marshes and hammocks near the river's edge, including Redfish Point and Branches Hammock.