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1960 Map of Ellison Bay

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Ellison Bay
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

Deathdoor Bluff and the northern tip of the Door Peninsula dominate this 1960 coastal survey, showing the intricate shoreline where the waters of Green Bay meet the treacherous passages of the Lake Michigan threshold. The map documents the quiet maritime character of Gills Rock and Ellison Bay during a period of steady mid-century development. Inland, the town of Liberty Grove is marked by rural landmarks like Bethel Ch and localized industrial activity including a Quarry and Gravel Pit.

Coastal geography is intricately detailed, featuring the depths and hazards of Whaleback Shoal and the distinct inlets of Hedgehog Harbor and Garret Bay. The presence of the Ferry route at the peninsula's tip highlights the area's role as a vital transit point for those traveling toward the islands. Recreational spaces such as Ellison Bluff Park appear alongside the sharp rises of Table Bluff, illustrating the intersection of the region's natural limestone features with the local economy and community life.