2024 Map of Sopchoppy

About this map

The Sopchoppy River defines the western reaches of this landscape, winding toward the Gulf of Mexico through the heart of the Apalachicola National Forest. This modern survey details the transition from the pine flatwoods and cypress strands of the forest to the tidal marshes of the Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge and Saint Marks Wilderness. The town of Sopchoppy serves as a central hub, while the coastal settlement of Panacea sits at the edge of Dickerson Bay, reflecting a community deeply tied to the surrounding waterways and maritime heritage. For those tracing local lineage, several family and community burial grounds are mapped, including Grimes Cem, Simmons Cem, and the Mount Trial Memorial Cem. The network of forest roads and trails, such as the Florida National Scenic Trl, highlights the area's significance for conservation and recreation between Oak Park Rd and the shores of Apalachee Bay.