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1970s Maps of Pima County, Arizona

Explore 47 historic maps of Pima County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Pima County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Pima County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Pima County, AZ maps

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  1. 1972 Map of Kielberg Canyon, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Kielberg Canyon, 1975 Print
    1972 Kielberg Canyon
    1975 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Arizona rangeland and canyon country are preserved in this early 1970s survey of the Galiuro Mountains. Researchers can trace old stock-raising and mining sites like YLE Ranch, the 16 to 1 Mine, and Peters Well.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1973 Map of Mescal, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Mescal, 1976 Print
    1973 Mescal
    1976 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Arizona ranching and rail infrastructure are detailed here in the early seventies. You can trace family lands at the Double X Ranch, locate historic water sources like Wakefield Spring, or study the Southern Pacific Railroad corridor near Mescal.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1973 Map of Happy Valley, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Happy Valley, 1976 Print
    1973 Happy Valley
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Cochise County ranching frontier is captured here in the early 1970s as mountains and national forest land meet. Trace remote family holdings like Barney Ranch, find old water sources like Paige Well, and explore the high Eagle Peak terrain.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1973 Map of Galleta Flat West, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Galleta Flat West, 1976 Print
    1973 Galleta Flat West
    1976 Print · USGS
    The high desert of southeastern Arizona comes alive in this mid-1970s survey of the Rincon foothills and the Pima-Cochise county line. Genealogists and desert explorers can locate remote sites like White Cross Cem, Mackenzie Ranch, and various prospects tucked into the canyons.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1973 Map of Apache Peak, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Apache Peak, 1976 Print
    1973 Apache Peak
    1976 Print · USGS
    The high desert peaks of the Whetstone Mountains are captured here in the early 1970s. Researchers can trace a network of remote water sources and trails including Bootlegger Spring, Lobo Pass, and the specialized Radio Facility on the southern ridges.
  16. 1978 Map of Fresno Wash
    1978 Map of Fresno Wash
    1978 Fresno Wash
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Pima County ranching country of the late 1970s is captured here through its vital network of desert washes and isolated outposts. Researchers can trace historic land use at Espinosa Ranch, locate the remote Landing Strip, and identify family-named water tanks like Pajonal Tank.
  19. 1978 Map of Sil Nakya
    1978 Map of Sil Nakya
    1978 Sil Nakya
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation in the late 1970s showcases a landscape of isolated desert settlements and vital water sources. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of the community through the St Agatha Mission, the local Cem, and rural outposts like Sil Nakya.
  22. 1978 Map of San Ignacio Ranch, 1979 Print
    1978 Map of San Ignacio Ranch, 1979 Print
    1978 San Ignacio Ranch
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Pima County desert in the late seventies is shown here as a landscape of remote ranching and tribal lands. Researchers can locate the San Ignacio Ranch and its associated Corrals, alongside a small Cem near the banks of Aguirre Wash.
  25. 1978 Map of San Juan Spring, 1979 Print
    1978 Map of San Juan Spring, 1979 Print
    1978 San Juan Spring
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Baboquivari Mountains and the desert plains of the Papago Indian Reservation come to life in the late seventies. Genealogists and historians can trace desert settlements like Gu Chuapo, locate the Pavo Kug (Ruins), and find remote landmarks like San Juan Spring.
  28. 1979 Map of Sasabe
    1979 Map of Sasabe
    1979 Sasabe
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Arizona-Mexico border at the end of the seventies is documented here, centered on the crossing at Sasabe. Researchers can trace the desert ranching landscape around Rancho de la Osa and find landmarks like U.S. Customs and La Osa Tank.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1979 Map of Mildred Peak
    1979 Map of Mildred Peak
    1979 Mildred Peak
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Baboquivari Mountains and the Tohono O'odham lands are captured here in the late seventies. Researchers can trace the ranching and mining history of the region through sites like the Gold Bullion Mine, Santa Margarita Ranch, and Shaffer Camp.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1979 Map of Sells East
    1979 Map of Sells East
    1979 Sells East
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation in the late seventies reveals a desert landscape organized around essential water sources and mountain foothills. Researchers can trace community development from the hub of Sells to Our Lady of Lourdes Mission and find old mining sites like the Jaeger Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1979 Map of Baboquivari Peak
    1979 Map of Baboquivari Peak
    1979 Baboquivari Peak
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Baboquivari Mountains in southern Arizona are documented here during the late 1970s, showcasing the high-desert ranching and reservation lands. Researchers can trace remote sites like Mundo Perdido, historic outposts at Redondo Ranch, and the trails surrounding Baboquivari Peak.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1979 Map of San Ignacio Ranch
    1979 Map of San Ignacio Ranch
    1979 San Ignacio Ranch
    1979 Print · USGS
    Pima County ranching and reservation lands are captured in the mid-1970s, showing a landscape defined by seasonal water and remote outposts. Genealogists and historians can locate the San Ignacio Ranch and trace vital water sources like the Well and Viopuli Wash.
  43. 1979 Map of Black Hills
    1979 Map of Black Hills
    1979 Black Hills
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation in the late seventies reveals a high-desert terrain shaped by seasonal water and ranching. Researchers can trace land markers like Coyote Field, the winding Anegan Wash, and the distinct elevations of Proctor Hill.
  46. 1979 Map of Topawa
    1979 Map of Topawa
    1979 Topawa
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Pima County desert landscape comes into focus during the late seventies, centered on the community of Topawa. Local historians can trace the foundations of the San Solano Mission, the Indian Oasis Sch, and remote infrastructure like the Landing Strip.
  49. 1979 Map of San Miguel
    1979 Map of San Miguel
    1979 San Miguel
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation and the Baboquivari Valley meet the international border in the late seventies. Researchers can trace remote desert settlements and essential water infrastructure at San Miguel, Hashan Chuehg, and the Queen of Angels Mission.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1979 Map of Sil Nakya
    1979 Map of Sil Nakya
    1979 Sil Nakya
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation is captured here in the late 1970s, focused on the high-desert terrain of the North Comobabi Mountains. Genealogists and historians can locate the St Agatha Mission, burial grounds at Cem, and desert water sources like Frog Well.
  55. 1979 Map of Las Guijas
    1979 Map of Las Guijas
    1979 Las Guijas
    1979 Print · USGS
    Arizona's high desert ranching and mining country comes into focus in the late 1970s, defined by the seasonal flow of Arivaca Creek. Researchers can trace old mineral interests at the Las Guijas Mine and find family-named landmarks like Figueroa Ranch and Martinez Well.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1979 Map of Comobabi
    1979 Map of Comobabi
    1979 Comobabi
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation comes into focus during the late 1970s, showcasing a landscape of desert mountains and isolated settlements. Researchers can trace the trails around Ko Vaya or locate the Emperor and Duchess Mine and local Cem.
  61. 1979 Map of Sells West
    1979 Map of Sells West
    1979 Sells West
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation comes into focus during the late seventies, centered on the administrative and social hub of Sells. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Hosp, Cem, and regional markers like Indian Oasis and Suwuk Tontk.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1979 Map of Chiuli Shaik
    1979 Map of Chiuli Shaik
    1979 Chiuli Shaik
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Papago Indian Reservation and the Baboquivari Mountains are shown here in the late seventies. Researchers can locate traditional sites like Kohi Kug, family settlements at Chiuli Shaik, and landmarks including Montezuma Cave and Allison Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1979 Map of Kitt Peak
    1979 Map of Kitt Peak
    1979 Kitt Peak
    1979 Print · USGS
    The high desert of Pima County comes into focus in the late 1970s, centered on the specialized scientific community atop the Quinlan Mountains. Researchers can locate specialized sites like the Kitt Peak National Observatory, the Uhs Kug (Site), and the remote Hay Hook Ranch.
    3 unique versions available
  70. 1979 Map of La Tortuga Butte
    1979 Map of La Tortuga Butte
    1979 La Tortuga Butte
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Roskruge Mountains and the Papago Indian Reservation are captured here in the late seventies. Researchers can trace remote desert water sources like La Tortuga Well, locate the Graves site, and follow old Pack Trails through Aguirre Pass.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1979 Map of Three Points
    1979 Map of Three Points
    1979 Three Points
    1979 Print · USGS
    Three Points and Robles Junction are shown at the end of the 1970s as this Pima County desert crossroads began to expand. Genealogists and historians can trace the early residential grid along Diamond Bell Ranch Road and locate rural landmarks like the Mary E Dill Sch and Santa Teresa Well.
    3 unique versions available
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