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Old Maps of Chula Vista, California

Explore 41 old maps of Chula Vista, spanning from 1903 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. 1903 Map of Cuyamaca
    1903 Map of Cuyamaca
    1903 Cuyamaca
    1903 Print · USGS
    Inland San Diego County at the turn of the century reveals a landscape defined by new water infrastructure and rail lines. Genealogists and historians can trace early settlements like Lakeside, Dulzura, and the remote Honey Springs Ranch along the international border.
    6 unique versions available
  4. 1904 Map of San Diego
    1904 Map of San Diego
    1904 San Diego
    1904 Print · USGS
    San Diego and its harbor are captured here in the early twentieth century, showing a coastal landscape defined by ranchos and early rail lines. Researchers can trace the development of National City, locate the original grounds of Ft. Rosecrans, and see the early layout of Chulavista.
    9 unique versions available
  7. 1904 Map of Southern California Sheet No. 2
    1904 Map of Southern California Sheet No. 2
    1904 Southern California Sheet No. 2
    1904 Print · USGS
    Southern California during the early 1900s shows the transition from vast ranchos to coastal rail towns. Genealogists and researchers can trace the Southern California R.R. through Oceanside, explore old land grants like Mission Viejo, and locate early settlements from Fallbrook to Julian.
    5 unique versions available
  10. 1930 Map of San Diego, 1960 Print
    1930 Map of San Diego, 1960 Print
    1930 San Diego
    1960 Print · USGS
    San Diego and its southern coastal towns appear here at the dawn of the aviation era, showing a landscape defined by naval expansion and ranchos. Trace the early layout of Lindbergh Airport, the military works at Point Loma, and the rails connecting Chula Vista to the United States Mexico border.
  13. 1943 Map of San Ysidro
    1943 Map of San Ysidro
    1943 San Ysidro
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Southern California borderlands during the early 1940s reveal a mix of coastal defense, salt harvesting, and emerging towns. Researchers can trace the rail lines through San Ysidro Station or locate family landmarks like Howard Ranch and Emory Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1943 Map of Jamul
    1943 Map of Jamul
    1943 Jamul
    1943 Print · USGS
    Southern San Diego County ranching and water history is captured here at the start of the 1940s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family holdings like Ivanhoe Ranch and Otay Ranch alongside community landmarks such as Dulzura Sch and the Camp Minnewawa CCC camp.
  19. 1944 Map of National City
    1944 Map of National City
    1944 National City
    1944 Print · USGS
    Post-war San Diego County comes alive in this survey of the South Bay and its inland valleys. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Holy Cross Cem, the growth of Lincoln Acres, or the operations of the Chollas Heights Naval Radio Sta.
  22. 1950 Map of San Diego, 1954 Print
    1950 Map of San Diego, 1954 Print
    1950 San Diego
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal San Diego and the Baja California border region come alive in this mid-century survey. Trace the early layout of National City and Chula Vista, or locate historic landmarks like the San Diego and Arizona Eastern RR and Fort Rosecrans.
  25. 1953 Map of San Ysidro, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of San Ysidro, 1955 Print
    1953 San Ysidro
    1955 Print · USGS
    The South Bay region and Mexican border are captured here in the early fifties as coastal neighborhoods expanded around the massive Salt Evaporators. Genealogists and researchers can trace the development of Palm City, Imperial Beach, and San Ysidro near the Ream Field naval base.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1953 Map of National City, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of National City, 1955 Print
    1953 National City
    1955 Print · USGS
    The South Bay region of San Diego comes alive in the early fifties as coastal cities expand toward the inland canyons. Genealogists and historians can trace neighborhood growth through sites like Lincoln Acres, Glenn Abbey Cemetery, and the National City Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1954 Map of San Diego
    1954 Map of San Diego
    1954 San Diego
    1954 Print · USGS
    San Diego and the northern reaches of Baja California are captured here during a decade of rapid post-war growth and military expansion. Researchers can trace the mid-century shoreline of Mission Beach, find established tribal lands like Capitan Grande Indian Reservation, and follow the border crossing into Tijuana.
  34. 1955 Map of San Diego
    1955 Map of San Diego
    1955 San Diego
    1955 Print · USGS
    Southern California underwent massive growth in the post-war years, as suburban development pushed into the canyons and foothills. Researchers can trace the mid-century infrastructure of Lindbergh Field, the Otay River, and numerous sites like Lemon Grove.
  37. 1955 Map of Jamul Mountains, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Jamul Mountains, 1956 Print
    1955 Jamul Mountains
    1956 Print · USGS
    San Diego County's inland valleys and peaks are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the rural character of the region before modern suburban growth. You can trace historic landholdings like Monte Vista Ranch or locate the old La Mesa Airport and The Oaks School.
    5 unique versions available
  40. 1955 Map of Otay Mesa, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Otay Mesa, 1957 Print
    1955 Otay Mesa
    1957 Print · USGS
    The California-Mexico borderlands come alive in the mid-fifties, showing the strategic mix of military aviation and ranching. Trace the footprint of Brown Field or locate historic rural sites like Alta School and Otay Ranch.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1955 Map of Jamul, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Jamul, 1958 Print
    1955 Jamul
    1958 Print · USGS
    The San Diego backcountry in the mid-fifties shows a landscape of expansive cattle ranches and growing military infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Jamul and Dulzura or locate family-named sites like Daley Ranch and the Indian Church.
    3 unique versions available
  46. 1958 Map of San Diego, 1961 Print
    1958 Map of San Diego, 1961 Print
    1958 San Diego
    1961 Print · USGS
    San Diego and its inland mountain ranges are captured here in the late fifties as coastal suburbs began to climb the mesas. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Miramar Naval Air Station, the winding San Diego & Arizona Eastern Ry, and local landmarks like Cabrillo Nat Mon.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1967 Map of National City, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of National City, 1970 Print
    1967 National City
    1970 Print · USGS
    The South Bay region of San Diego undergoes rapid suburbanization in the late sixties as new freeways bridge the coastal mesas. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Lincoln Acres and Chula Vista or locate landmarks like La Vista Cem and the Naval Radio Sta.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1967 Map of Imperial Beach, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of Imperial Beach, 1970 Print
    1967 Imperial Beach
    1970 Print · USGS
    The South Bay region during the late sixties shows a landscape of growing suburbs and military installations along the Pacific. Researchers can trace the development of Chula Vista neighborhoods and find sites like the Border Patrol Headquarters and Mt Olivet Cem.
  55. 1967 Map of Imperial Beach, 1977 Print
    1967 Map of Imperial Beach, 1977 Print
    1967 Imperial Beach
    1977 Print · USGS
    The South Bay and international border come alive in this mid-century survey, documenting the growth of Imperial Beach and Chula Vista. Trace the path of the S D & A E RR, locate Mt Olivet Cem, or examine the Salt Evaporators at the bay's edge.
  58. 1979 Map of El Cajon
    1979 Map of El Cajon
    1979 El Cajon
    1979 Print · USGS
    Southern San Diego County and its mountain-to-desert transition are captured here in the late seventies. Researchers can trace the winding San Diego & Arizona Eastern RR, locate rural settlements like Jacumba, and explore the sprawling Cleveland National Forest.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1979 Map of San Diego, 1980 Print
    1979 Map of San Diego, 1980 Print
    1979 San Diego
    1980 Print · USGS
    San Diego and the southern California coastline are shown in the late seventies as the region's modern layout became firmly established. Researchers can trace the extensive military footprint at Miramar and find local landmarks from Cabrillo National Monument to Mission Bay Park.
    3 unique versions available
  64. 1994 Map of Jamul Mountains, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Jamul Mountains, 1998 Print
    1994 Jamul Mountains
    1998 Print · USGS
    San Diego’s eastern expansion is clearly visible in the mid-1990s as suburban neighborhoods meet the rugged foothills of the Jamul Mountains. Researchers can trace the development of Chula Vista and Spring Valley alongside legacy sites like Fenton Ranch and the Steele Canyon Bridge.
  67. 1996 Map of National City, 2001 Print
    1996 Map of National City, 2001 Print
    1996 National City
    2001 Print · USGS
    The South Bay and San Diego's eastern suburbs are captured here during a period of peak urban development. Researchers can trace neighborhood growth through Lincoln Acres and Bonita or find family landmarks like Mount Hope Cemetery.
  70. 1996 Map of Otay Mesa, 2002 Print
    1996 Map of Otay Mesa, 2002 Print
    1996 Otay Mesa
    2002 Print · USGS
    The California-Mexico border at the end of the century reveals a unique landscape of industrial expansion and binational urban growth. Genealogists and historians can trace the contrast between rural sites like Otay Ranch and the dense neighborhoods of Tijuana including Chilpancingo and Murua.
  73. 1996 Map of Imperial Beach, 2002 Print
    1996 Map of Imperial Beach, 2002 Print
    1996 Imperial Beach
    2002 Print · USGS
    Coastal San Diego County at the turn of the millennium shows a bustling borderland where intense suburban growth meets protected Pacific estuaries. Genealogists and historians can locate residential landmarks like Mt Olivet Cem, trace the route of the San Diego and Arizona Eastern RR, and study the massive Salt Evaporators on the bay.
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