2013 Map of Pass Cavallo SW

About this map

The Matagorda Island Lighthouse stands as a primary landmark along the Texas Gulf Coast on this 2013 survey, marking the vital opening of Pass Cavallo. This narrow maritime passage connects the open Gulf of Mexico with the sheltered waters of Espiritu Santo Bay. The landscape is dominated by the barrier island system, featuring the expanse of Matagorda Island and several smaller landforms like Grass Island and Farwell Island. The mapping highlights the complex shoreline of Lighthouse Cove and the shallow marshy reaches of Big Pocket, illustrating the dynamic coastal environment where land meets the sea. For those studying maritime history or coastal changes, the positioning of the lighthouse relative to the evolving inlets and shoals provides essential geographic context.