1943 Map of Santa Rosa Island East

About this map

Sierra Pablo dominates the eastern interior of this coastal terrain, rising sharply above the Pacific Ocean in a series of steep, complex ridges. The shoreline is defined by notable nautical landmarks, including the broad curve of Beechers Bay and the sheltering waters of Southeast Anchorage. This 1943 survey, conducted for the Army Map Service, details a landform largely shaped by wind and sea, where high points like the Ridge overlook the churning currents of the Santa Cruz Channel. Sharp coastal features like Skunk Point, Sand Point, and East Point provide essential reference markers for maritime navigation. The mapping reveals a rugged, unpopulated landscape at the height of World War II, focusing on the topographic contours of the island's eastern extremity without the presence of permanent human settlements or infrastructure.