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2021 Map of Smith Creek

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Smith Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The settlement of Smith Creek sits on the eastern bank of the Ochlockonee River, serving as a central point in this heavily forested landscape within the Apalachicola National Forest. The river dictates the geography here, creating a complex border between Wakulla and Liberty counties. This environment is characterized by numerous bays and stagnant water bodies, including Bradwell Bay, Preachers Bay, and Stallion Bay, which indicate the low-lying, poorly drained nature of the Panhandle interior.

Outdoor recreation and conservation define the modern era of the land, as seen in the Florida National Scenic Trail and the Lower Ochlockonee River State Trail winding through the timber. An extensive network of forest roads, such as National Forest Rd 107 and Blazing Pine Rd, provides access to interior features like Porter Lake and Whitehead Lake. The naming of local drainages, such as Cat Branch and Gully Branch, reflects a long history of local woodsmanship in this riverine wilderness.