2018 Map of Schooner Bank

About this map

Everglades National Park encompasses the vast aquatic territory of this map, where the shallow waters of Florida Bay meet the Atlantic Ocean. The area is defined by a series of submerged or tidal flats and banks that historically guided navigation and fishing throughout the Florida Keys. Prominent features include the titular Schooner Bank and the elongated Sprigger Bank, which stretches diagonally across the seascape. To the northeast, the Rabbit Key Basin provides a distinct marine pocket, while various other landmarks like Oxfoot Bank, Blue Bank, and Ninemile Bank reveal the complex seafloor topography. This 2018 survey captures the intricate boundaries of protected federal waters and the named hazards and basins essential for local maritime history and conservation efforts.