Old Maps of Skyline, San Diego

Explore 13 old maps of Skyline, spanning from 1904 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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Skyline, San Diego maps

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  1. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. 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

  12. 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.

  13. 2021 Map of National City, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of National City, 2021 Print
    2021 National City
    2021 Print · USGS
    National City and the southeastern San Diego suburbs are shown in 2021 as a mature urban landscape defined by the Sweetwater River. Researchers can trace local landmarks from Dictionary Hill to the sprawling grounds of La Vista Memorial Park and Greenwood Cem.

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