1897 Map of Tamalpais

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The Marin Peninsula rises from the Golden Gate toward the dominant peaks of West Peak and East Peak in this late 19th-century survey. While the northern reaches show established towns like San Rafael and San Anselmo, the coastal side remains defined by sweeping ranchos such as Las Bolinas and Sausalito. The transit network of the era is anchored by the Northwestern Pacific railroad, which threads through the valley to serve Mill Valley and Corte Madera. Along the coastline, the Fort Barry Military Reservation guards the entrance to the bay, while the Muir Woods National Monument preserves the canyons beneath the mountain. Across the water, a small portion of San Francisco is visible, featuring landmarks like the Cliff House and the early layouts of Golden Gate Park near the Pacific shore.