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1958 Map of Liebre Mountain

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Liebre Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

The San Andreas Rift Zone dominates the northern landscape of this Los Angeles County region, cutting a distinct geological path north of Liebre Mountain. This 1950s survey documents a critical transition era for mountain travel and monitoring, featuring the winding path of the Old Ridge Route. Along this historic thoroughfare, established stops like Sandberg, the Tumble Inn, and the Halfway Inn reflect the mid-century roadside culture of the Angeles National Forest.

Scientific and safety infrastructure is prominent throughout the terrain, including the U S Weather Bureau Sta, the Quail Lake Fire Sta, and the Reservoir Summit Lookout Tower. In the canyons and ridges, remote outposts such as the Kelly Ranch and Pine Grove Ranch sit near mining prospects like the Gillette Mine. The map also details the complex drainage system of the area, from Quail Lake in the northwest to the seasonal Gookins Dry Lake and the steep descents of Cienaga Canyon Creek.