2015 Map of Schooner Bank

About this map

Florida Bay and the vast submerged landscapes within Everglades National Park characterize this marine-focused survey. The map details a complex network of shallow banks and basins where the park's protected waters meet the Atlantic Ocean. Prominent features include the eponymous Schooner Bank and Sprigger Bank, which are critical navigation markers and ecological features in this coastal transition zone. Unlike terrestrial maps, this sheet emphasizes the underwater topography of Monroe County, tracing the subtle divisions between areas like Rabbit Key Basin and the series of shoals including Ninemile Bank, Blue Bank, and Oxfoot Bank. The data illustrates the maritime boundaries and the delicate balance of this protected Florida ecosystem during the early 21st century.