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1953 Map of Woods Hole

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Woods Hole
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1954
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

Woods Hole and the surrounding southwestern tip of Cape Cod appear here as they were shaped by both maritime industry and early 20th-century development. The New York New Haven and Hartford railroad line cuts through the landscape, serving as a vital link between the mainland and the coastal settlements of West Falmouth and Falmouth. In the harbor areas, intricate bathymetry and maritime landmarks like Eel Pond, Great Harbor, and Penzance Pt highlight the region's importance as a naval and scientific hub.

South of the Woods Hole Passage, the Elizabeth Islands chain begins, featuring Naushon Island and Uncatena Island with their secluded coves like Hadley Harbor. The map reveals a transition from the structured street grids and amenities like the Woods Hole Golf Club to the more rural, family-anchored landmarks further north, including the Crowell Cem and the small coastal community of Sippewissett.