2010 Map of Shallotte

About this map

Ocean Isle Beach and its surrounding coastal wetlands define this Brunswick County landscape at the turn of the 21st century. The map illustrates a complex network of coastal waterways, where the Shallotte River flows toward the Atlantic Ocean past Brantley Island and Sols Island. Inland, the area shows a transition from traditional family-named landmarks like Mintz Cemetery and Parker Cemetery to modern coastal developments such as Sea Trail Plantation and Brick Landing Plantation. This era is marked by the expansion of maritime infrastructure, including the Pelican Pointe Marina and Ocean Isle Beach Airport. Further North, the terrain becomes more wooded and swampy, characterized by the McMilly Swamp and Cawcaw Swamp, while the town of Shallotte serves as a regional hub. Local history is grounded in specific sites like Gause Landing and the Shallotte Lookout Tower, providing a clear view of the region's evolving land use from agricultural roots to a coastal recreational economy.