1960 Map of Albion

About this map

Albion sits perched above the Pacific Ocean in this early 1960s coastal survey, serving as a focal point for the rugged Mendocino coastline. The map documents the shifting landscape of industry and settlement, specifically marking Whitesboro (Site) near Whitesboro Cove, signaling a location where a former community once stood. Along the Albion River and the lower Navarro River, the terrain transitions from steep ridges like Albion Ridge to the low-lying Albion Flat. Notable landmarks for local history include scattered Grave and Graves sites, along with family-named features such as McPherson and Handley. This survey also provides hydrographic detail for the rocky shoreline, identifying hazards like Colby Reef and Bull Rock alongside prominent coastal points such as Navarro Head and Salmon Point.