2015 Map of Tisbury Great Pond

About this map

The coastal landscapes of Martha's Vineyard are defined by a rhythmic succession of Great Ponds and narrow finger-like coves along the southern shore of Dukes County. This 2015 survey details the intricate hydrology where the Tiasquam River, Fulling Mill Brook, and Mill Brook descend through the undulating terrain of the Up-Island region toward the Atlantic. The settlement of Chilmark serves as a central landmark, surrounded by a dense network of historically significant thoroughfares like King's Hwy, Meeting House Rd, and Old Fields Path. The map reveals the delicate boundary between the inland freshwater systems and the sea, tracing the expansive shores of Tisbury Great Pond, Chilmark Pond, and Black Point Pond. These features illustrate the intersection of traditional agricultural land use, represented by sites like Tabor Farm, and the preserved coastal ecosystems of the island.