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1955 Map of El Cajon Mtn

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of El Cajon Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

El Capitan Reservoir dominates the eastern half of this mid-century survey, its deep waters filling the canyon where the San Diego River meets Conejos Creek. The landscape is defined by the sharp transition between protected tribal lands and private ranching interests. The Barona Indian Reservation and Capitan Grande Indian Reservation cover significant portions of the high ground, punctuated by prominent peaks like El Cajon Mtn and Rock Mtn.

Evidence of local industry and ranching history is scattered across the mesa and valley floors, including the Daly Mine and several family-named outposts such as Featherstone Ranch and Poole Ranch. Along the northern boundary, the Mykrantz Truck Trail and San Vicente Road provide access to the rugged Cleveland National Forest, while El Monte Park offers a glimpse into early recreational development along the river valley floor just below the El Capitan Dam.