1953 Map of North Beach

About this map

Chesapeake Beach and North Beach anchor this coastal survey, illustrating the mid-century development of the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The map highlights a string of shoreline communities and recreation spots, including Willow Beach Colony, Randle Cliff Beach, and Camp Roosevelt, many of which served as summer destinations for nearby urban centers. Inland, the landscape transitions to a network of creeks and small agricultural crossroads such as Friendship, Sunderland, and Paris.