Follet's Island is a barrier island on the Texas Gulf Coast in Brazoria County, Texas, immediately southwest of Galveston Island. Follet's Island separates the Christmas Bay system from the Gulf of Mexico, making it one of a chain of barrier islands running along most of the Texas coast.[1] The island is roughly 13 miles (21 km) long and has a maximum elevation of about 3.5 feet (1.1 m) above mean sea level. Many historians believe that Cabeza de Vaca and his companions from the Narváez expedition landed at what is now Follet's Island.[2] The southwestern tip of the island is occupied by the city of Surfside Beach, Texas.

Follet's Island

Follet's Island and Christmas Bay
Follet's Island
Geography
Location	Gulf of Mexico
Coordinates	29°2′33″N 95°10′11″W
Length	13 mi (21 km)
Highest elevation	3.5 ft (1.07 m)
Administration
United States
State	Texas
County	Brazoria County
Largest settlement	Surfside Beach, Texas

References

External links

• U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Follet's Island

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