1950s Maps of Wrightwood, California

Explore 8 historic maps of Wrightwood 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 Wrightwood'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.
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Start exploring Wrightwood's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.


Wrightwood, CA maps

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  1. 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

  2. 1955 Map of Mount San Antonio, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Mount San Antonio, 1958 Print
    1955 Mount San Antonio
    1958 Print · USGS
    The high San Gabriel Mountains in the mid-1950s reveal a landscape of deep canyons and isolated mining camps. Researchers can trace historic extraction sites like the Big Horn Mine and Stanley Miller Mine, or locate family-named landmarks like Widman Ranch.
    7 unique versions available

  3. 1955 Map of Telegraph Peak, 1980 Print
    1955 Map of Telegraph Peak, 1980 Print
    1955 Telegraph Peak
    1980 Print · USGS
    The San Gabriel Mountains in the mid-fifties are captured here as mountain recreation and ranching began to define the area. Genealogists and hikers can trace old family holdings like Nielson Ranch and landmarks like the Pioneer Historic Marker.

  4. 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.

  5. 1956 Map of Telegraph Peak, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Telegraph Peak, 1957 Print
    1956 Telegraph Peak
    1957 Print · USGS
    The San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains meet here in the mid-1950s, showing a rugged landscape of high-altitude ridges and early alpine settlements. Researchers can trace historic ranch boundaries and mountain landmarks like Prudhon Ranch, Miners Bowl, and Telegraph Peak.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

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