1950s Maps of Irvine, California
Explore 6 historic maps of Irvine from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Irvine's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, 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 Irvine's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.
Irvine, CA maps
(6)- 1950 Map of Orange
1950 Orange1950 Print · USGSOrange County enters a period of significant growth at mid-century, where citrus groves meet the expansion of Santa Ana and Orange. Researchers can trace old school sites like Lincoln Sch, numerous Oil Wells, and the Yorba Ch (Aban'd) near the river. - 1950 Map of Tustin
1950 Tustin1950 Print · USGSMid-century Orange County is captured here during its transition from a powerhouse citrus region to a suburban and military hub. Genealogists and local researchers can locate early landmarks like Irvine Ranch, Tustin High Sch, and the Orange County Airport.2 unique versions available - 1950 Map of El Toro
1950 El Toro1950 Print · USGSOrange County's inland valleys and canyons are documented here in the mid-twentieth century, just as military expansion began to reshape the landscape. Local historians can trace the El Toro Air Station Naval Reservation, the El Toro Cem, and rural mountain life in Modjeska.2 unique versions available - 1950 Map of Black Star Canyon
1950 Black Star Canyon1950 Print · USGSThe Orange and Riverside County line was defined by steep canyons and mining prospects at mid-century. Researchers can trace early industrial footprints at the Black Star Coal Mine (Inactive) or locate the Hidden Ranch near the Main Divide Motorway. - 1956 Map of Santa Ana
1956 Santa Ana1956 Print · USGSSouthern California underwent massive mid-century transformation as suburban growth met major military and water projects. Trace the postwar expansion of Santa Ana and Riverside, the layout of Camp Pendleton, and the path of the Colorado River Aqueduct. - 1959 Map of Santa Ana, 1971 Print
1959 Santa Ana1971 Print · USGSSouthern California is captured in a decade of transformation, from the Orange County coast to the desert floor. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Camp Pendleton, March Air Force Base, and the original Ortega Highway.3 unique versions available
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