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Old Maps of Adelanto, California

Explore 37 old maps of Adelanto, spanning from 1932 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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  1. 1932 Map of Barstow, 1956 Print
    1932 Map of Barstow, 1956 Print
    1932 Barstow
    1956 Print · USGS
    In the early 1930s, the High Desert economy centered on the Mojave River corridor and the steel rails of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe RR. Researchers can trace the early footprints of Barstow and Victorville or locate mining operations like the Apex Mine.
  4. 1934 Map of Barstow
    1934 Map of Barstow
    1934 Barstow
    1934 Print · USGS
    The Mojave Desert and its river-based corridor are captured here in the early thirties, during the heyday of Route 66. Researchers can trace the original Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line and locate mining sites like the Western States Mine or the settlement at Helendale.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1937 Map of Shadow Mountains
    1937 Map of Shadow Mountains
    1937 Shadow Mountains
    1937 Print · USGS
    The High Desert border of San Bernardino and Los Angeles counties appears here as a landscape of isolated 1930s ranching outposts. Genealogists can trace family-named sites like Walton Place, Engelbrecht Place, and the Hibbard Ranch.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1942 Map of Shadow Mountains
    1942 Map of Shadow Mountains
    1942 Shadow Mountains
    1942 Print · USGS
    The High Desert at the start of the war reveals a landscape of isolated homesteads and early aviation landmarks. Genealogists and desert historians can locate family outposts like Walton Place and Hess Ranch or trace the early Palmdale Victorville Road.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1953 Map of San Bernardino
    1953 Map of San Bernardino
    1953 San Bernardino
    1953 Print · USGS
    Southern California underwent massive post-war growth as suburban sprawl reached the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-road roots of the Inland Empire through the Union Pacific RR and Lake Arrowhead resorts.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1955 Map of Shadow Mountains SE, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Shadow Mountains SE, 1957 Print
    1955 Shadow Mountains SE
    1957 Print · USGS
    The high desert of San Bernardino County comes into focus mid-century, showing the early infrastructure of the El Mirage Valley. Researchers can trace the development of rural routes like Old Phelan Road and locate landmarks such as El Mirage Field.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1956 Map of San Bernardino
    1956 Map of San Bernardino
    1956 San Bernardino
    1956 Print · USGS
    Southern California's Inland Empire and High Desert come into focus in the mid-fifties as agriculture gives way to suburban and military growth. Trace early rail lines like the Pacific Electric or find remote landmarks like Camp Rock Mine and George AFB.
  22. 1956 Map of Victorville, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Victorville, 1957 Print
    1956 Victorville
    1957 Print · USGS
    Victorville and the High Desert are captured here in the mid-fifties during a period of industrial and military expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Apple Valley, the footprint of George Air Force Base, and local landmarks like Victor Valley Memorial Park.
    8 unique versions available
  25. 1956 Map of Adelanto, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Adelanto, 1957 Print
    1956 Adelanto
    1957 Print · USGS
    Adelanto and its desert surroundings are shown here in the mid-fifties, during the height of the Cold War. Researchers can trace the early footprint of George Air Force Base and locate smaller settlements at Adobe Corners and Mountain View.
    8 unique versions available
  28. 1956 Map of Victorville NW, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Victorville NW, 1957 Print
    1956 Victorville NW
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Mojave Desert north of Victorville comes into focus during the mid-1950s, showing a landscape defined by mining and arid-land navigation. Researchers can trace early mining sites like the Red Raven Mine and the winding path of Fremont Wash near Helendale Road.
    6 unique versions available
  31. 1956 Map of Helendale, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Helendale, 1957 Print
    1956 Helendale
    1957 Print · USGS
    The High Desert landscape in the mid-fifties centers on the Mojave River corridor, where vital rail lines and desert mining operations intersect. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail settlements of Helendale and Bryman or locate the Oro Grande Mine and Branch Mine.
    5 unique versions available
  34. 1956 Map of Victorville, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Victorville, 1958 Print
    1956 Victorville
    1958 Print · USGS
    San Bernardino County's High Desert transition is visible here during the mid-fifties, as military expansion and mining shaped the corridor from Victorville to Helendale. Researchers can trace old desert claims like the Red Raven Mine and early community hubs such as Adobe Corners and Oro Grande.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1957 Map of San Bernardino
    1957 Map of San Bernardino
    1957 San Bernardino
    1957 Print · USGS
    Southern California's Inland Empire and High Desert met during the postwar expansion of the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of San Bernardino and Redlands alongside remote landmarks like Edwards AFB and the Camp Rock Mine.
  40. 1958 Map of San Bernardino, 1975 Print
    1958 Map of San Bernardino, 1975 Print
    1958 San Bernardino
    1975 Print · USGS
    Southern California’s Inland Empire and High Desert come into focus during the mid-century boom, showing the rise of suburbs and massive military installations. Researchers can trace the rail networks of the Union Pacific RR or locate landmarks like Norton AFB and Big Bear Lake.
  43. 1959 Map of San Bernardino
    1959 Map of San Bernardino
    1959 San Bernardino
    1959 Print · USGS
    Southern California underwent a massive transformation in the late fifties as suburban growth and military power reshaped the desert and valley. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Union Pacific Railroad and locate early footprints of Joshua Tree National Monument and Edwards Air Force Base.
  46. 1966 Map of San Bernardino
    1966 Map of San Bernardino
    1966 San Bernardino
    1966 Print · USGS
    The San Bernardino Valley and Mojave Desert met during a period of massive military and suburban growth in the mid-sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Edwards Air Force Base, old desert mines like the Bagdad Chase Mine, and mountain communities near Big Bear Lake.
  49. 1982 Map of Victorville
    1982 Map of Victorville
    1982 Victorville
    1982 Print · USGS
    The High Desert during the early eighties reveals a landscape of massive aerospace installations and growing desert communities. Researchers can trace the sprawling boundaries of Edwards Air Force Base alongside the vital California Aqueduct and the rail hub at Barstow.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 2012 Map of Adelanto, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Adelanto, 2012 Print
    2012 Adelanto
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Victorville, Phelan, and other nearby areas
  55. 2012 Map of Helendale, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Helendale, 2012 Print
    2012 Helendale
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Victorville, Helendale, and other nearby areas
  58. 2012 Map of Victorville, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Victorville, 2012 Print
    2012 Victorville
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Victorville, Apple Valley, and other nearby areas
  61. 2012 Map of Shadow Mountains SE, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Shadow Mountains SE, 2012 Print
    2012 Shadow Mountains SE
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Piñon Hills, El Mirage, and other nearby areas
  64. 2012 Map of Victorville NW, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Victorville NW, 2012 Print
    2012 Victorville NW
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Victorville, San Bernardino County, and other nearby areas
  67. 2015 Map of Adelanto, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Adelanto, 2015 Print
    2015 Adelanto
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Victorville, Phelan, and other nearby areas
  70. 2015 Map of Helendale, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Helendale, 2015 Print
    2015 Helendale
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Victorville, Helendale, and other nearby areas
  73. 2015 Map of Victorville NW, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Victorville NW, 2015 Print
    2015 Victorville NW
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Adelanto, including Victorville, San Bernardino County, and other nearby areas
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