1952 Map of Ojai

About this map

The Ojai Valley is captured here during the mid-twentieth century, showcasing a transition from a rural agricultural landscape toward suburban development. The city of Ojai is the focal point, served by the Southern Pacific railroad and surrounded by citrus orchards and sprawling ranches. Educational institutions are prominent markers of the local culture, including the Nordhoff Union School, Thacher School, and San Antonio Sch. This geography is defined by its dramatic relief, bordered to the north by the peaks of the Los Padres National Forest, such as Nordhoff Pk on the Nordhoff Ridge, and to the south by the extensive Sulphur Mountain. The map also delineates the historic boundaries of Ex Mission San Buenaventura and Cañada Larga o Verde, reflecting the region's Spanish land grant heritage. Numerous canyons, including Gridley Canyon and Senior Canyon, channel water toward San Antonio Creek.