1967 Judd Pictorial Map of the Yosemite Region, California

This is a 1967 Jane Judd pictorial map of the Yosemite region of California. Judd combines historical sites with beautiful illustrations of the region's flora and fauna to create a stunning piece that celebrates the region's history and incredible natural beauty.

A Closer Look

The map depicts the region southwest of Yosemite National Park, with the southern portion of Yosemite National Park appearing along the top border. The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias and the park's South Entrance are illustrated. Oakhurst, Ahwahnee, Coursegold, and Bass Lake are labeled. Historic sites, old mines, mountain peaks, and lookout towers are noted. Smaller towns, churches, schools, banks, and post offices in Oakhurst are labeled. Pictorial vignettes highlight the area's history, including the Madera Sugar Pine Mille, the Yosemite Stage and Turnpike Company, and Grub Gulch (which must be a ghost town), as well as local wildlife, rodeos, and a timber train.

Publication History and Census

This map was drawn by Jane Judd (soon to be Jane Gyer) and published by The Jays in 1967. An empty OCLC reference exists for this map, suggesting that a former cooperative member created the listing. We note only a few instances when this map has appeared on the private market, including at a PBA auction where it fetched 1200 USD.