2001 Map of Quonochontaug

About this map

Quonochontaug Pond and Ninigret Pond dominate this coastal landscape, separated from Block Island Sound by narrow barrier beaches and the Quonochontaug Breachway State Fishing Area. At the turn of the millennium, the area reflects a deeply preserved maritime and recreational character, with extensive public lands including Burlingame State Park and the Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge. Coastal settlements such as Shelter Harbor, Quonochontaug, and Haversham are clearly defined, tucked between the marshes and salt ponds. Notable landmarks like the Drive-In Theater and Boys Camp provide evidence of the region's mid-century recreational history, while the numerous islands within the ponds, such as Heather Island and Governors Island, illustrate the complex shoreline and tidal environment of southern Rhode Island.