1949 Map of Ocean Park

About this map

Peninsula life in the mid-20th century is defined by this coastal stretch between the Pacific Ocean and the calm waters of Shoalwater Bay. The settlements of Ocean Park and Nahcotta serve as the primary hubs, connected by the Ocean Beach Highway and an Old Railroad Grade that speaks to the area's earlier transport infrastructure. The landscape is dotted with numerous small lakes such as Loomis Lake and Cranberry Lake, alongside family-run operations like Loomis Ranch and Adamson Ranch. A unique feature is the Park Zoo located near the northern end of the map, adjacent to the Ocean Park-Nahcotta Sch. The presence of the Ocean Park Airfield and the County Dock at Nahcotta highlights the geographic importance of both air and sea access for this maritime community.