1957 Map of Oysterville

About this map

Oysterville sits on the interior edge of the North Beach Peninsula, a narrow stretch of land separating the Pacific Ocean from the waters of Willapa Bay. This 1957 survey, updated with 1980s bathymetry and topographic revisions, reveals a landscape defined by its coastal industries and natural preserves. The northern reach is dominated by the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge and Leadbetter Point State Park, where extensive sand dunes meet the tide. To the south, the settlements of Nahcotta and Ocean Park are connected by the Peninsula Highway. Local heritage is visible in landmarks like the Cem at Oysterville and the presence of specialized land use such as the Cranberry Bog and Morehead Boys Camp, illustrating a community tied closely to the unique ecology of the Long Beach area.