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1970s Maps of Inyo County, California

Explore 7 historic maps of Inyo 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 Inyo County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, 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 Inyo County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Inyo County, CA maps

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  1. 1975 Map of Lone Pine NE, 1979 Print
    1975 Map of Lone Pine NE, 1979 Print
    1975 Lone Pine NE
    1979 Print · USGS
    Owens Valley comes into sharp focus during the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of natural waterways and major infrastructure. Researchers can trace the layout of Manzanar, the course of the Owens River, and the path of the Los Angeles Aqueduct.
  4. 1975 Map of Lone Pine SE, 1979 Print
    1975 Map of Lone Pine SE, 1979 Print
    1975 Lone Pine SE
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Owens Valley landscape and the settlement of Lone Pine are captured in this mid-seventies aerial survey. Researchers can trace the path of the Los Angeles Aqueduct and the stark expanse of the Owens Lake bed.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1978 Map of Mount Whitney, 1992 Print
    1978 Map of Mount Whitney, 1992 Print
    1978 Mount Whitney
    1992 Print · USGS
    The high Sierra and Owens Valley meet in the late 1970s, showcasing the transition from alpine wilderness to valley floor settlements. Trace historical mining operations like the Green Monster Mine or find early routes to the summit near Whitney Portal.
  10. 1978 Map of Isabella Lake, 1994 Print
    1978 Map of Isabella Lake, 1994 Print
    1978 Isabella Lake
    1994 Print · USGS
    Kern County's high country and the central reservoir system are detailed here during the late seventies. Researchers can trace historical sites like Havilah and Long Tom Mine, or explore the development around Isabella Lake and Wofford Heights.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1978 Map of Three Rivers, 1994 Print
    1978 Map of Three Rivers, 1994 Print
    1978 Three Rivers
    1994 Print · USGS
    Tulare County's dramatic ascent from the San Joaquin Valley to the High Sierra is captured here during the late seventies. Researchers can trace the layout of the Tule River Indian Reservation and locate early mountain outposts like Camp Nelson or Globe.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1978 Map of Bishop, 1994 Print
    1978 Map of Bishop, 1994 Print
    1978 Bishop
    1994 Print · USGS
    The Owens Valley and Eastern Sierra come alive in this late seventies study, documenting a landscape shaped by mining and high-altitude water storage. Local researchers can trace family names and industry at Pine Creek Mine, Scheelite, and Lucky Strike Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1979 Map of Mazourka Peak, 1994 Print
    1979 Map of Mazourka Peak, 1994 Print
    1979 Mazourka Peak
    1994 Print · USGS
    In the Inyo Mountains during the late seventies, this survey captures a landscape of mineral exploration and high-desert water sources. Local historians can trace old mining claims at Mine or Mines and locate essential springs like Barrel Springs.
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