1955 Map of Franklin Point

Evidence of historical land use is scattered throughout the coastal terrace known as The Mesa, including a lone Oil Well near the shore and a secluded Cemetery inland from Punta Del Año Nuevo. Notable landmarks such as Yankee Jim Lookout Station and the Sandy Point Guard Station offer a glimpse into the early fire management of these redwood forests, while the Butano Grant Bdy serves as a reminder of the area's Mexican land grant heritage.