1955 Map of Grays River

About this map

Industrial activity and riverine settlement define this 1955 survey of the lower Columbia region. The Naselle River & Western RR snakes through the northern hills, supporting a landscape marked by a Logging Camp and specialized infrastructure like the Nasalle Loop. Along the southern waterfront, the Columbia River serves as the primary economic artery, home to the Pillar Rock Cannery and settlements such as Altoona and Brookfield. Inland, the winding Grays River connects small communities like Rosburg, where the Grays River (BM 27) Cemetery and local Community Hall provide a glimpse into the social fabric of the era. The terrain transitions from tidal flats at Grays Bay to high points like Elk Mountain and Hull Creek Lookout, reflecting a landscape shared between maritime industry and timber harvesting.