1950s Maps of Encinitas, California
Explore 7 historic maps of Encinitas 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 Encinitas'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 Encinitas's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.
Encinitas, CA maps
(7)- 1950 Map of San Diego, 1954 Print
1950 San Diego1954 Print · USGSCoastal 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. - 1953 Map of Del Mar, 1954 Print
1953 Del Mar1954 Print · USGSCoastal San Diego County comes alive in the early fifties, showing the transition from agricultural ranch lands to a growing military and suburban corridor. Trace the historic SANTA FE line past Del Mar Race Track or locate the original Sorrento PO.3 unique versions available - 1954 Map of San Diego
1954 San Diego1954 Print · USGSSan 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. - 1955 Map of San Diego
1955 San Diego1955 Print · USGSSouthern 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. - 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. - 1958 Map of San Diego, 1961 Print
1958 San Diego1961 Print · USGSSan 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 - 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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