Old Maps of Lemon Grove, California for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Lemon Grove with 27 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Lemon Grove has changed over the decades.


Lemon Grove, CA maps

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  1. 1903 Map of La Jolla
    1903 Map of La Jolla
    1903 La Jolla
    1903 Print · USGS
    Coastal San Diego at the turn of the century shows a landscape of deep canyons and emerging rail towns before the rapid expansion of the modern city. Genealogists and historians can trace early settlements like Old Town, Pacific Beach, and the inland community of Poway along the Southern California R. R.
    9 unique versions available

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 1930 Map of La Jolla, 1955 Print
    1930 Map of La Jolla, 1955 Print
    1930 La Jolla
    1955 Print · USGS
    Coastal San Diego was undergoing a rapid transformation in the early 1930s as military footprints and rail lines reshaped the landscape. Researchers can trace the early development of La Jolla and Pacific Beach or locate old sites like Camp Kearney and Merton.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 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.

  6. 1942 Map of La Mesa
    1942 Map of La Mesa
    1942 La Mesa
    1942 Print · USGS
    San Diego and La Mesa appear here in the early 1940s, showing a landscape of growing residential neighborhoods and rugged canyon terrain. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous early schools like Hoover High Sch, the grounds of State College, and the historic Mission San Diego.

  7. 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.

  8. 1947 Map of La Mesa
    1947 Map of La Mesa
    1947 La Mesa
    1947 Print · USGS
    San Diego's eastern suburbs were rapidly expanding in the late 1930s and 1940s as residential blocks pushed toward the foothills. Trace the early development of Normal Hts and State College alongside landmarks like the Murray Reservoir and Grantville.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 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.

  10. 1953 Map of La Mesa, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of La Mesa, 1955 Print
    1953 La Mesa
    1955 Print · USGS
    The eastern edge of San Diego and La Mesa are captured during a period of mid-century suburban expansion. Genealogists and local historians can trace neighborhood growth through San Diego State College and local schools like Hoover High Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 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

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. 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

  15. 1967 Map of La Mesa, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of La Mesa, 1969 Print
    1967 La Mesa
    1969 Print · USGS
    San Diego and La Mesa expand rapidly into the canyons and mesas during the late sixties. Genealogists and historians can locate dozens of neighborhood schools, the newly built San Diego Stadium, and the historic Mission San Diego de Alcala.
    4 unique versions available

  16. 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

  17. 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

  18. 1994 Map of La Mesa, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of La Mesa, 1998 Print
    1994 La Mesa
    1998 Print · USGS
    San Diego and La Mesa undergo significant mid-century suburban expansion as military and educational institutions anchor the landscape. Trace local development near San Diego State University, the historic Mission San Diego de Alcala, and Lake Murray.

  19. 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.

  20. 2012 Map of La Mesa, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of La Mesa, 2012 Print
    2012 La Mesa
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Lemon Grove, including San Diego, El Cajon, and other nearby areas

  21. 2012 Map of National City, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of National City, 2012 Print
    2012 National City
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Lemon Grove, including San Diego, Chula Vista, and other nearby areas

  22. 2015 Map of National City, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of National City, 2015 Print
    2015 National City
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Lemon Grove, including San Diego, Chula Vista, and other nearby areas

  23. 2015 Map of La Mesa, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of La Mesa, 2015 Print
    2015 La Mesa
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Lemon Grove, including San Diego, El Cajon, and other nearby areas

  24. 2018 Map of La Mesa, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of La Mesa, 2018 Print
    2018 La Mesa
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Lemon Grove, including San Diego, El Cajon, and other nearby areas

  25. 2018 Map of National City, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of National City, 2018 Print
    2018 National City
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Lemon Grove, including San Diego, Chula Vista, and other nearby areas

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