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1954 Map of Point Bonita, 1960 Print
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1954 Map of Point Bonita

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Point Bonita stands as a sentinel over the northern approach to the Golden Gate, where the Fort Cronkhite Military Reservation and Fort Barry Military Reservation command the headlands. This mid-century survey captures the Marin County coastline during a period of established military presence, contrasted with the growing residential clusters of Sausalito and Marin City. To the south, the grid of San Francisco meets the Pacific at the Esplanade, showing the densely packed blocks of the Outer Sunset district before further modern infill. The map reveals the intricate maritime hazards of the era, from the shifting sands of Potatopatch Shoal to the lone wreck near Point Lobos. Cultural landmarks like the Cliff House and the coastal Baths are clearly marked, alongside the Mile Rock Lighthouse positioned offshore, highlighting the critical intersections of recreation, navigation, and defense that define this iconic entrance to the bay.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1960
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain