1955 Map of Moclips

About this map

The Quinault Indian Reservation boundary meets the Pacific coast just north of Moclips, marking a rugged coastal landscape defined by shifting timber and transit interests. In the mid-1950s, the inland settlement of Aloha centers on its Sawmill, connected to the coast and the northern terminal at Moclips by the Burlington Northern railroad line. This rail corridor follows the valley of Beaver Creek, providing the primary industrial link between the forest and the shore. Along the coastline, a string of seaside communities like Pacific Beach and Iron Springs are interspersed with conservation areas including the Copalis National Wildlife Refuge and the Pacific Beach State Park. The geography is shaped by the parallel drainage of the Moclips River, Joe Creek, and Elk Creek, which cut through the bluffs to the ocean, influencing the placement of local landmarks like the Moclips Aloha School.