2015 Map of Sanibel

About this map

Sanibel and its intricate shoreline are documented here during a period of established coastal development. The Sanibel Island Causeway provides a vital link across San Carlos Bay from Punta Rassa, connecting the mainland to the island's interior road network along Periwinkle Way and Sanibel-Captiva Rd. To the north, Saint James City on Pine Island shows a dense grid of canals, including Monroe Canal and Phillips Canal, illustrating the region's engineered maritime residential landscape. The map reveals the island's unique geography, from the interior waters of Tarpon Bay and Ladyfinger Lake to the southern beaches at Ybel and Dixie Beach. Local landmarks like Sanibel Cem and several family-named roads provide significant data points for genealogical research and local history studies in Lee County.