1960 Map of Descanso
USGS Topo · Published 1965About this map
Descanso and the surrounding mountain settlements are situated along a complex network of creeks and valley floors within the Cleveland National Forest. In the early 1960s, these communities served as gateways to the higher elevations of the Cuyamaca Mountains and Laguna Mountains, connected by historic routes like Viejas Blvd and the Sunrise Highway. The map reveals a landscape balancing small-scale ranching and residential life with seasonal recreation, evident in locations such as the Pine Creek Bible Conference Ground, Beulah Picnic Ground, and Guatay Campground.
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Editions of this 1960 Descanso Map
6 editions found
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