1954 Map of Double Point

About this map

Punta De Los Reyes (Sobrante) dominates this coastal survey, where the terrestrial landscape of Marin County meets the Pacific Ocean. This mid-century view captures a series of notable freshwater bodies set just inland from the sea, including Wildcat Lake, Ocean Lake, Crystal Lake, Pelican Lake, and Bass Lake. The geography is defined by the significant geological presence of the San Andreas Rift Zone, which runs parallel to the coast near the drainage of Olema Creek. Human activity is concentrated along the Tomales Y Baulines (Garcias) Road and at the Lake Ranch settlement. The map also delineates the Wildcat Military Res, reflecting the strategic importance of this coastline in the post-war era. The terrain transitions from the shoreline at Double Point to the sheltered interior of Bear Valley, providing a detailed look at the peninsula's complex hydrology and land use before widespread modern development.