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1956 Map of Point Sur

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Point Sur Lighthouse Reservation stands prominently on this coastal survey, marking a critical navigational point where the land meets the Pacific Ocean. The map documents a rugged stretch of the Monterey coastline during the mid-1950s, featuring the iconic Bixby Bridge spanning Bixby Creek. Evidence of earlier coastal activity is seen at the Bixby Landing (Site), while the inland areas show the transition of local infrastructure, such as the Sur School (Aban'd) near the Little Sur River. The inclusion of The California Sea Otter Game Refuge highlights early conservation efforts along this shoreline. Steep terrain features like Sierra Hill and Mescal Ridge overlook the water, framing the narrow corridor of the Coast Road as it threads between the cliffs and the sea.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1986
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain