1964 Map of Trout River

About this map

Jacksonville International Airport and the sprawling waterways of the Trout River define this North Jacksonville landscape during a period of rapid suburban and industrial expansion. The map illustrates a complex network of established neighborhoods and emerging developments, including Sherwood Forest, Highlands, and Riverview. The St Johns River anchors the southeast corner, where the U S Naval Reservation and Panama Park sit near the confluence with the Trout River. Heavy infrastructure is prominent, from the Seaboard Coast Line and Southern Railway tracks to the massive footprint of the older Imeson Airport. Cultural landmarks like the Jacksonville Zoo and numerous neighborhood schools and churches, such as Ribault High Sch and St Pauls Ch, reflect the community's growth. The transition from tidal flats and marshes to organized residential blocks like Lake Forest Hills and Harbor View captures the mid-century push toward the coast.