1963 Map of Redondo Beach

About this map

Redondo Beach and the neighboring shoreline of Hermosa Beach define the northern reach of this coastal study, where dense residential blocks meet the shifting tides of Santa Monica Bay. The map captures a period of significant coastal infrastructure, notably the development around King Harbor with its submarine pipelines and intake towers. Moving south, the landscape shifts dramatically into the elevated terrain of Palos Verdes Estates. This area is characterized by winding roads like Palos Verdes Dr W and sprawling institutions such as Marymount College and the unique glass architecture of Wayfarers Chapel near Abalone Cove. The southern tip of the peninsula features major recreational and research landmarks, including the site of Marineland and the U S Coast Guard Reservation at Point Vicente. From the oil wells near Torrance to the deep contours of Redondo Canyon, the map provides a clear record of the intersection between urban expansion and the geological complexity of the California coast.