1954 Map of Inverness

About this map

Tomales Bay and the distinct San Andreas Fault Zone define this coastal landscape, where the land is carved into a series of valleys and ridges. The map captures the quiet, early-1950s character of West Marin, centered around the Point Reyes Station transit point and the small settlement at Inverness. The interior terrain is crisscrossed by an extensive network of fire and ranch roads, including the Sky Trail, Meadow Trail, and Bear Valley Trail, reflecting a period when many of these coastal reaches were used for cattle ranching before more formal preservation. Local history is anchored by landmarks such as the Olema Cem and West Marin Sch, while the coastline reveals industrial traces like the Oyster Beds in the bay and a Quarry near Black Mtn. The Sir Francis Drake Highway serves as the primary artery connecting the isolated settlements of Olema, Tocaloma, and Five Brooks.