1914 Map of Capitola

About this map

Soquel Cove and the northern arc of Monterey Bay define the coastal character of this 1914 survey, which captures the burgeoning resort and agricultural landscape of the early twentieth century. The Southern Pacific RR serves as a vital artery, threading through coastal settlements like Capitola, Aptos, and Manresa before turning inland toward the regional hub of Watsonville. The map reveals a complex drainage system of sloughs and lagoons, such as Valencia Lagoon and Harkins Slough, which interact with the Pajaro River delta.