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1953 Map of Sunland, 1954 Print
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1953 Map of Sunland

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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The San Gabriel Mountains dominate this 1953 landscape, where the rugged southern slopes meet the developing communities of the Tujunga Valley. Significant residential and institutional growth is evident in Sunland and Tujunga, characterized by landmarks like the Hillcrest Sanitarium and Verdugo Hills High School. North of the City Boundary, the terrain transitions into the Los Angeles National Forest, a region defined by steep canyons such as Big Tujunga Canyon and Pacoima Canyon. This area reveals a legacy of mountain life and early industry, from the Mining Mill (Ruins) near Buck Canyon to a series of remote outposts like Dutch Louie Camp and Paradise Ranch. The map also captures several family-named properties, including Chaffin Ranch and Herreres Ranch, positioned along the seasonal washes and creek beds that carved the alluvial landscape before the suburban expansion of the late 20th century.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain