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1953 Map of Drakes Bay

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

Point Reyes serves as a stark coastal landmark on this 1953 survey, where the rugged Pacific shoreline meets a landscape of expansive Sand Dunes and agricultural ranching operations. The interior of the peninsula is defined by complex tidal systems including Drakes Estero and Limantour Estero, protected behind the long Limantour Spit. Historical land use is evident in the alphabetical branding of properties such as H Ranch, M Ranch, and D Ranch, alongside former industrial and maritime locations like the Blacksmith Shop (Site) and Schooner Ldg (Site). Modern infrastructure at this time included several radio installations and a Coast Guard Reservation at the tip of the point near the Lighthouse. The creation of the Point Reyes National Seashore is also noted, marking a transition toward federal conservation of these diverse coastal habitats.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1970
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions24.1 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain