1901 Map of Anaheim

About this map

Agricultural development and early townsite planning define this region at the turn of the century. The Santa Ana River provides the lifeblood for the citrus and walnut groves that are rapidly transforming the landscape, supported by an intricate irrigation system including the Anaheim California Canal and the Santa Ana Canal. The settlement pattern is anchored by growing rail hubs like Anaheim, Fullerton, and Orange, which are already interconnected by the Southern California and S. P. R. R. lines. Farther north, the foothills near Olinda and the Rincon de la Brea offer a stark contrast to the surveyed grid of the plains. This landscape reflects a transition from ranching to an intensive citrus-based economy, with numerous small stations like Almond and Miraflores serving as vital shipping points for local growers.