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1960s Maps of Scottsdale, Arizona

Explore 10 historic maps of Scottsdale from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Scottsdale's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1960s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Scottsdale's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Scottsdale, AZ maps

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  1. 1960 Map of Mesa
    1960 Map of Mesa
    1960 Mesa
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Salt River Valley and Superstition wilderness are captured here during a era of rapid post-war growth. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Williams AF Base and Arizona State College or locate the deep-rock shafts of the Old Dominion Mine and Magma Mine.
  4. 1964 Map of Mesa
    1964 Map of Mesa
    1964 Mesa
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona in the mid-1960s reveals a landscape defined by rapid desert urbanization and a massive copper mining industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of Phoenix or explore the mining camps and operations at Miami Mine and Magma Mine.
  7. 1964 Map of Humboldt Mtn., 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Humboldt Mtn., 1965 Print
    1964 Humboldt Mtn.
    1965 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's high desert reveals its ranching and mining roots in the mid-1960s as pack trails and springs crisscross the national forest. Trace the locations of early operations like Gold Hill Mines and family outposts such as Cartwright Ranch and Sears Kay Ranch.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1964 Map of Currys Corner, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Currys Corner, 1965 Print
    1964 Currys Corner
    1965 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's northern desert reaches were still largely open range in the mid-sixties, punctuated by local landmarks like Currys Corner. You can trace the path of the Old Verde Canal or locate early community hubs like Paradise Valley High Sch.
    5 unique versions available
  13. 1964 Map of Sawik Mountain, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Sawik Mountain, 1965 Print
    1964 Sawik Mountain
    1965 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Scottsdale and Paradise Valley are captured here in the mid-sixties, just as suburban roads began to push into the desert. Researchers can trace early landmarks like Taliesin West, ancient Petroglyphs, and the Beeline Dragway.
    5 unique versions available
  16. 1964 Map of New River Mesa, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of New River Mesa, 1965 Print
    1964 New River Mesa
    1965 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's high mesa country is captured in the mid-1960s, showcasing a landscape of isolated springs and remote mining claims. Researchers can trace the footprint of the Phoenix Mine and Maricopa Mine or locate the Ashdale Ranger Station.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1965 Map of Paradise Valley, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Paradise Valley, 1966 Print
    1965 Paradise Valley
    1966 Print · USGS
    Paradise Valley and Scottsdale were rapidly evolving desert communities in the mid-1960s. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early suburban footprint through landmarks like Thunderbird Academy, Camelback Cem, and the Judson Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1965 Map of Wildcat Hill, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Wildcat Hill, 1967 Print
    1965 Wildcat Hill
    1967 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County during the mid-1960s was still a frontier of cattle ranching and desert exploration. History hunters can trace the layout of Browns Ranch, locate remote watering holes like Bootlegger Tank, and follow old jeep trails into the Tonto National Forest.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1965 Map of McDowell Peak, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of McDowell Peak, 1967 Print
    1965 McDowell Peak
    1967 Print · USGS
    The McDowell Mountains and northern Paradise Valley appear in the mid-1960s before widespread suburban development reached the peaks. Trace the early Scottsdale Corporate Boundary near landmarks like Reata Pass and the Dixie Mine.
    6 unique versions available
  28. 1965 Map of Cave Creek, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Cave Creek, 1967 Print
    1965 Cave Creek
    1967 Print · USGS
    Mid-century growth meets old Arizona mining heritage in the desert north of Phoenix. Trace the expansion of Carefree and Cave Creek alongside historic sites like the Mormon Girl Mine, Cave Creek Cemetery, and the Carefree Airfield.
    3 unique versions available
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