2014 Map of Shellman Bluff

About this map

Shellman Bluff and the surrounding Georgia coastal lowlands are defined by a complex network of saltwater rivers and marshes. This 2014 survey details a landscape where small bluff-side settlements like Julienton and Sutherland Bluff overlook the winding Julienton River. The map provides a high-resolution view of the area's many family and historic burial grounds, such as Contentment Plantation Cem and the Nelson Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in McIntosh County. The geography is dominated by large coastal landforms including Creighton Island and Fourmile Island, separated from the mainland by the Intracoastal Waterway and the Sapelo River. The presence of numerous small docks and boat ramps at Bellville Point and Pine Harbor underscores the maritime-dependent character of these communities.