1938 Map of Mt. Boardman

About this map

Mt. Boardman stands at the convergence of four California counties — Alameda, Santa Clara, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus — anchor to a landscape of deep canyons and isolated ranching outposts. This 1940s-era topography reveals a remote interior economy defined by mining and family-held livestock operations. The Westvaco Mine and Western Mine mark the industrial activity of the period, while numerous homesteads like Williams Ranch, Jordan Ranch, and Gerber Ranch are scattered across the terrain. In the San Antonio Valley, a small community center is anchored by the San Antonio Valley Sch and the Shanti Ashrama retreat. The presence of the Stanislaus Co Road Camp and Mikes Peak Lookout underscores the logistical management of this backcountry during the early 20th century.