1950s Maps of The Mesa, Palm Springs
Explore 4 historic maps of The Mesa 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 The Mesa'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 The Mesa's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.
The Mesa, Palm Springs maps
(4)- 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. - 1957 Map of Palm Springs, 1959 Print
1957 Palm Springs1959 Print · USGSPalm Springs and the Coachella Valley are captured during a period of rapid mid-century growth and desert development. Researchers can find numerous neighborhood schools like Cahuilla Sch, local landmarks including the KPAL Radio Tower, and the remote Tollgate Cemetery.6 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Palm Springs, 1960 Print
1957 Palm Springs1960 Print · USGSPalm Springs and the San Jacinto peaks are captured here in the late fifties, showing the desert resort's mid-century expansion. Researchers can locate established landmarks like the White Water PO, trace old mountain retreats at Laws Camp, and see early desert schools like Coffman Sch.4 unique versions available - 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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