2012 Map of Sprague Island

About this map

Saint Marks Light stands as a sentinel at the edge of Apalachee Bay, anchoring a complex landscape of tidal creeks and brackish pools where the Saint Marks River meets the Gulf of Mexico. This coastal environment is defined by an intricate network of waterways including the East River, Steward Bayou, and Rock Cr, which carve through marshy expanses to form numerous islands such as Johns Island and Sprague Island. The interior is dotted with managed water bodies like Stony Bayou Pool and Mounds Pool, overseen by landmarks like the Mound Lookout Tower. This survey details the delicate boundary between land and sea, tracing the many points and passes, from Indian Point to Big Pass, that have shaped navigation and ecological management in this corner of Wakulla County for generations.