1954 Map of Secotan

About this map

The Econfina River winds through this coastal Florida landscape, defining a terrain dominated by wetlands and low-lying drainages. Mapped by the Geological Survey during the 1950s with later updates, the area reflects the quiet character of the Big Bend region. The small settlement of Secotan serves as the primary focal point, situated near the southeastern edge of the sheet where the Rocky Creek basin begins to transition toward the Gulf. A significant landmark for forest management and navigation is the Secotan Lookout Tower, which provides a vertical vantage point over the dense timber and marshlands that characterize this portion of Taylor County. The map captures a moment when the regional economy relied heavily on these natural watercourses and the surrounding forest resources.