1953 Map of Holly

About this map

Hood Canal serves as the focal point for this mid-century survey of the Kitsap Peninsula, where steep, timbered ridges descend into deep saltwater inlets. The small waterfront settlements of Holly, Nellita, and Triton are shown at a time when access was primarily via the Dewatto Road or the winding Olympic Highway to the north. This map captures the intricate drainage systems and interior wetlands that defined the local geography before modern development, notably the expansive Morgan Marsh and several upland water bodies like Blacksmith Lake and Ludvick Lake.