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1955 Map of Big Basin, 1960 Print
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1955 Map of Big Basin

USGS Topo · Published 1960

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Big Basin Redwoods State Park dominates this mid-century survey of the Santa Cruz Mountains, revealing a landscape defined by protected groves and scattered mountain communities. The administrative center at Park Headquarters (Big Basin PO) serves as the hub for a network of fire trails and roads winding through deep canyons carved by Waddell Creek and Boulder Creek. This era shows the region in a state of quiet transition, where traditional mountain sites like the Locatelli Ranch and Sawmill exist alongside newer developments such as the Hilton Airport and a Drive-in Theater near Riverside Grove. The topography is sharply defined by Butano Ridge and Ben Lomond Mtn, while the San Lorenzo River valley supports a string of settlements including Wildwood, Camp Campbell, and Redwood Grove.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1960
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain