1901 Map of San Luis Rey

About this map

The Southern California Railway defines the coastal and inland transport corridors of San Diego County at the turn of the century, with the Surf Line tracing the Pacific shoreline through Oceanside and Carlsbad. Further inland, the Escondido Branch connects the growing agricultural hub of Escondido to the coastal network via San Marcos. The landscape is a mix of established ranchos and developing settlements, including San Luis Rey and Fallbrook, set against the backdrop of the Santa Margarita Mountains.