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1959 Map of Chilao Flat

USGS Topo · Published 1974

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The high elevation wilderness of the Angeles National Forest is defined here by a series of steep drainages and prominent peaks, including Strawberry Peak and Pacifico Mountain. In the late 1950s, the landscape was a mix of recreation and resource extraction, with the Angeles Crest Highway providing access to isolated outposts like Loomis Ranch and Colby Ranch. This survey captures the mid-century footprint of mining in the San Gabriel range, marking sites such as the Monte Cristo Mine and Falcon Mine alongside the Barley Flats Military Reservation. The drainage system of the Upper Big Tujunga River and its numerous gulches, such as Lynx Gulch and Wildcat Gulch, illustrate the complex topography that historically challenged mountain travel and settlement in northern Los Angeles County.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1959
Date Published1974
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22.3 x 27.2 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain