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1956 Map of Grayland

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Grayland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1995
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1995

About this map

Cranberry Bogs dominate the low-lying coastal plains of this 1956 survey, revealing a specialized agricultural landscape defined by intricate drainage networks and family-run operations. Settlements like Grayland and Heather are centered around this industry, with local transit supported by roads named for area residents such as Udel Hansen Road and Jacobson Road. The terrain transitions sharply from the intensive cultivation of the Roberts Farm area to the tidal complexities of South Bay and Sopun Inlet.

Along the western edge, the Pacific Ocean meets the coastline at Twin Harbors Beaches, where public lands including Grayland Beach State Park preserve the natural shoreline. The northern reach of the map features the maritime history of Bay City near Beardslee Slough, while the interior is marked by the meandering paths of Andrews Creek and the Elk River. This map captures a unique coastal economy where the wetland environment was meticulously engineered for cranberry production.