1952 Map of Crescent City

About this map

The rugged coastline of the Pacific Ocean meets the redwood-forested interior in this mid-century survey of the California-Oregon border. Crescent City serves as the primary hub, surrounded by critical infrastructure like the County Airport and the Airway Beacon. The map highlights a complex intersection of land use and heritage, including the Smith River Indian Reservation and the Yontocket Indian Village Site. To the east, the landscape transitions into the steep terrain of the Siskiyou National Forest and Six Rivers National Forest. This interior region reveals a history of extraction and timber, evidenced by the Copper Creek Chrome Mine and Alta Copper Mine. Vast protected areas such as Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park preserve the ancient groves, including the Stout Grove and Metcalf Grove, marking the balance between the region's industrial pursuits and its preservation during the post-war era.