1972 Map of St. Johns Park

About this map

Crescent Lake and its intricate shoreline dominate this 1972 survey, where the borders of Flagler, Putnam, and Volusia counties converge in a landscape of wetlands and navigable waterways. The settlement of St Johns Park sits at the center of a complex hydrological network where Dead Lake connects to the main water body. This era shows a region defined by its water-access points like Shell Bluff Landing and Fish Hawk Point, reflecting a time when the local economy and lifestyle were intimately tied to the lakefront. Significant terrain features such as McReynolds Island and Bear Island are charted alongside the extensive White Oak Swamp, illustrating the natural drainage patterns of the Florida interior before more intensive modern development. The map also records small inland settlements like Andalusia and the presence of a remote Landing Strip, hinting at the transition toward aerial access in these low-lying areas.