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2022 Map of Point of Rocks

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Point of Rocks
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Baffin Bay and its connection to the Intracoastal Waterway define this coastal landscape on the boundary of Kleberg and Kenedy Counties. The sheet captures a largely undeveloped shoreline where the mainland meets the hypersaline waters of the Laguna Madre system. Prominent coastal landmarks such as Point of Rocks and Point Peñascal serve as vital reference points for navigators and local naturalists.

To the east, the boundary of Padre Island National Seashore marks the transition to the barrier island ecosystem. The map documents the intricate wetland patterns of Peñascal Rincon and the northern reach of Alazan Bay, illustrating the complex hydrology of the South Texas coast. This area is characterized by shifting shorelines and shallow bay waters, with minimal human infrastructure beyond the primary maritime and conservation designations.