2021 Map of Tisbury Great Pond

About this map

Chilmark and the surrounding south shore of Martha's Vineyard are defined by the meeting of complex freshwater systems and the Atlantic Ocean. The landscape is etched with historical land divisions and glacial features, notably seen in the long fingers of water stretching inland like Quenames Cove and the expansive Tisbury Great Pond. The area maintains a rural character with narrow roads like Marion's Way and Tabor House Rd winding through the interior hills. Along the coast, Chilmark Pond is separated from the sea by a narrow barrier beach, while the inland terrain is carved by watercourses such as Fulling Mill Brook and the Tiasquam River. Genealogy and local history are anchored at the Chilmark Cem, located near the center of the settlement. The map also captures the distinct coastal topography of areas like Waldron Bottom and Willow Tree Bottom, reflecting the island's unique agricultural and maritime heritage.