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2012 Map of Picolata

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Picolata
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Saint Johns River dominates the western edge of this landscape, its wide expanse punctuated by landings and points that reflect a long history of river-based commerce and settlement. From the northern crossing at Shands Bridge, the shoreline winds south past Hogarths Landing and Magnolia Landing, leading to the historic riverside community of Picolata. This area serves as a transition between the aquatic activity of the river and the inland agricultural and residential developments of Saint Johns County.

Inland, the terrain is defined by a network of creeks and marshes, including Sixmile Cr and Trout Cr. The development of modern residential enclaves like Bass Haven and Meldrim Park contrasts with older rural landmarks such as the Bakersville Cem. Notable maritime features like Pacettis Marina and Jack Wright Island highlight the enduring importance of the river's coves, such as Florence Cove and Palmo Cove, for both local navigation and recreation in the early twenty-first century.