1956 Map of Dardanelles Cone

About this map

The Middle Fork Stanislaus River carves through the heart of the high country, serving as a corridor for recreational development in the mid-1950s. This period shows a landscape transitioning into a dedicated alpine retreat, anchored by the Dardanelle PO and Douglas Resort. The proliferation of summer camps, such as the Sierra Girl Scout Camp, Sequoia Girl Scout Camp, and a YMCA Camp, reflects a post-war emphasis on organized youth recreation in the Stanislaus National Forest.