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1956 Map of Pfeiffer Point

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Pfeiffer Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The coastal terrain of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park dominates this mid-century survey of the Monterey coast. This era of the Big Sur landscape shows a concentration of infrastructure along the Coast Highway, including the Pfeiffer Sch and the Big Sur Guard Sta. The map highlights a localized economy of recreation and conservation, featuring established sites such as Sawmill Flat Campground, South Campground, and Weyland Camp near the Big Sur River.

Beyond the park boundaries within the Los Padres National Forest, the map details a shoreline defined by landmarks like Pfeiffer Rock and Wreck Beach. The inland settlement of Posts serves as a primary marker of local habitation amidst steep canyons. Of particular note is the seaward boundary of The Calif Sea Otter Game Refuge, illustrating early state-level environmental protections along the Pacific Ocean margin.