2012 Map of Perdido Bay

About this map

Perdido Bay and the complex barrier island geography of the Alabama-Florida line define this coastal landscape. The map details the intricate waterways of Tarkiln Bay, Big Lagoon, and Old River, which separate the mainland from the narrow ribbon of Perdido Key. Settlement patterns are concentrated on Ono Island and the residential corridors of Gulf Beach Heights and Seaglades. This 2012 survey captures the region's recreational and residential infrastructure, from the Holiday Harbor Marina to the preservation area of Johnsons Beach. The presence of landmarks like Canal Bridge and the various points—Inerarity, Tarkiln, and Du Pont Point—illustrate the jagged, finger-like peninsulas that characterize this bay system. The interface between the freshwater drainage of Soldier Creek and the salt waters of the Gulf of Mexico creates a diverse estuarine environment typical of the Gulf Coast.