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Old Maps of San Carlos, California

Explore 64 old maps of San Carlos, spanning from 1892 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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San Carlos, CA maps

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  1. 1892 Map of San Mateo
    1892 Map of San Mateo
    1892 San Mateo
    1892 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula in the 1890s reveals a landscape of ranchos and rising rail towns. Trace the early footprints of Colma, Millbrae, and South San Francisco alongside vital water infrastructure like the Crystal Springs Dam.
  4. 1896 Map of San Mateo
    1896 Map of San Mateo
    1896 San Mateo
    1896 Print · USGS
    The northern San Francisco Peninsula comes alive in this late nineteenth-century survey. Genealogists and historians can trace early trackage of the Southern Pacific R. R. through Colma and Millbrae, or locate the Industrial School and Brewer School.
  7. 1897 Map of Palo Alto
    1897 Map of Palo Alto
    1897 Palo Alto
    1897 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula and Santa Clara Valley emerge in the late nineteenth century as academic and rail hubs. Trace the early footprints of Stanford University, the primary line of the Southern Pacific RR, and the transition of old ranchos like La Purisima Concepcion.
  10. 1899 Map of Palo Alto
    1899 Map of Palo Alto
    1899 Palo Alto
    1899 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula was entering a period of rapid development in the 1890s as railroad towns began to flourish around the new Stanford University campus. You can trace early property lines across Pastoria de las Borregas or locate nineteenth-century landings like Cooley Landing and Jagel Landing.
    11 unique versions available
  13. 1899 Map of Haywards
    1899 Map of Haywards
    1899 Haywards
    1899 Print · USGS
    The East Bay shoreline at the end of the century was a landscape of industrial salt works and vital maritime landings. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail stops at Haywards Sta. or locate family trade hubs at Mulford Landing and Jarvis Landing.
    5 unique versions available
  16. 1899 Map of San Mateo
    1899 Map of San Mateo
    1899 San Mateo
    1899 Print · USGS
    The northern San Mateo peninsula appears here in the late nineteenth century as a landscape of early rail lines and critical water infrastructure. Trace the early development of South San Francisco, the sprawling Cemeteries of Colma, and rural schoolhouses like Hoyt School.
    6 unique versions available
  19. 1902 Map of Santa Cruz
    1902 Map of Santa Cruz
    1902 Santa Cruz
    1902 Print · USGS
    Coastal California at the end of the Victorian era reveals a landscape of redwood forests, early university towns, and remote Pacific outposts. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail corridors through Boulder Creek and Felton or locate coastal landmarks like Pigeon Point and Halfmoon Bay.
    9 unique versions available
  22. 1915 Map of San Mateo
    1915 Map of San Mateo
    1915 San Mateo
    1915 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula at the start of the twentieth century shows a landscape transitioning from rural ranchos to industrial centers and suburbs. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Colma, locate the Hoyt School, or follow the Southern Pacific RR through Baden Sta.
    6 unique versions available
  25. 1915 Map of Haywards
    1915 Map of Haywards
    1915 Haywards
    1915 Print · USGS
    The East Bay shoreline and inland foothills are shown here in the mid-1910s during a height of coastal industry. Genealogists and historians can trace old shipping points like Mulford Landing, early salt operations at Union City Salt Works, and the rail lines of the Western Pacific.
    4 unique versions available
  28. 1939 Map of San Mateo, 1956 Print
    1939 Map of San Mateo, 1956 Print
    1939 San Mateo
    1956 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula at the brink of the 1940s reveals a landscape of ridge-top vistas and growing railroad towns. Researchers can trace the early layouts of Burlingame, San Bruno, and Millbrae, or locate institutional landmarks like St Josephs Military Academy and the extensive Chinese Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1940 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1940 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1940 Halfmoon Bay
    1940 Print · USGS
    The San Mateo coast and Santa Cruz Mountains appear here in the early 1940s, balancing rural ranching with early oil exploration. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Bowman Ranch and old rural hubs including Pescadero and La Honda.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1941 Map of Palo Alto
    1941 Map of Palo Alto
    1941 Palo Alto
    1941 Print · USGS
    The Peninsula and Santa Clara Valley are seen here in the early 1940s, just as the region began its mid-century transformation. Researchers can trace the layout of Stanford University, the military grounds of Moffett Field, and local landmarks like Flood Park.
  37. 1942 Map of Hayward
    1942 Map of Hayward
    1942 Hayward
    1942 Print · USGS
    The East Bay shoreline and inland foothills come alive in the early 1940s as industry and infrastructure reshape the landscape. Researchers can trace the original footprints of Russell City and Mt Eden or locate the historic Oakland Speedway and Fairmont Hospital.
  40. 1943 Map of Palo Alto
    1943 Map of Palo Alto
    1943 Palo Alto
    1943 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula was still a region of orchards and academic outposts in the years following the Great Depression. Researchers can trace the development of early Silicon Valley through the Southern Pacific line and family landmarks like Duveneck Ranch and the Whisman Dist School.
  43. 1943 Map of San Mateo
    1943 Map of San Mateo
    1943 San Mateo
    1943 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula during the mid-war years shows a region of expanding shoreline industry and established hillside communities. Researchers can trace historic landmarks like St Josephs Military Academy and the Golden Gate National Cem.
  46. 1943 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1943 Map of Halfmoon Bay
    1943 Halfmoon Bay
    1943 Print · USGS
    San Mateo County's coastline and mountain ridges appear here during the mid-war years, showcasing a landscape of rural schoolhouses and coastal hamlets. Trace family roots and local landmarks from the Pulgas Water Temple to old sites like Pescadero and Purisima Sch.
  49. 1947 Map of San Francisco, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of San Francisco, 1948 Print
    1947 San Francisco
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the late 1940s reveals a region transitioning from wartime intensity to post-war suburban growth. Trace the historic rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR or locate early military footprints at Fort Funston and Moffett Field.
  52. 1947 Map of San Mateo, 1957 Print
    1947 Map of San Mateo, 1957 Print
    1947 San Mateo
    1957 Print · USGS
    Mid-century San Mateo County shows a landscape of growing suburbs and salt marshes before the era of massive bay fill. Genealogists and historians can locate the San Mateo Junior College, trace the Southern Pacific line, or find the California Military Academy in Belmont.
  55. 1948 Map of Redwood Point
    1948 Map of Redwood Point
    1948 Redwood Point
    1948 Print · USGS
    The San Mateo County shoreline in the late 1940s was a landscape of tidal marshes and industrial salt production. Trace the early layout of City Harbor and San Carlos Airport alongside landmarks like Oradio Sta KNBC.
  58. 1948 Map of San Francisco, 1951 Print
    1948 Map of San Francisco, 1951 Print
    1948 San Francisco
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the late 1940s reveals a landscape defined by rapid post-war growth and a heavy military presence at the Golden Gate. Trace the development of early trans-bay infrastructure like the Oakland-Bay Bridge and historic coastal defense sites such as Fort Funston and Alcatraz Island.
  61. 1948 Map of Palo Alto, 1956 Print
    1948 Map of Palo Alto, 1956 Print
    1948 Palo Alto
    1956 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Peninsula is captured here during its postwar transformation into a suburban and technological hub. Genealogists and local historians can trace early neighborhood boundaries near Stanford University, the sprawling Moffet Naval Air Station, and family landmarks like O'Neal Ranch.
  64. 1949 Map of San Mateo
    1949 Map of San Mateo
    1949 San Mateo
    1949 Print · USGS
    The mid-century San Mateo Peninsula is captured here as a bustling landscape of suburban growth and institutional development. Researchers can trace the legacy of local landmarks like the Bay Meadows Race Track, St Johns Cem, and the historic College of Notre Dame.
  67. 1953 Map of Woodside, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Woodside, 1954 Print
    1953 Woodside
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Woodside hills and San Mateo ridges come into sharp focus in the early 1950s, showing a landscape of mountain schools and deep gulches. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Old Woodside Store, the high-altitude Sky Londa, and the historic Pulgas Water Temple.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1953 Map of Palo Alto, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Palo Alto, 1955 Print
    1953 Palo Alto
    1955 Print · USGS
    Mid-century development spreads across the San Francisco Peninsula in the 1950s, bridging the gap between historic ranchos and suburban growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace the footprint of Stanford University, locate old neighborhood schools like Selby Lane Sch, or follow the Southern Pacific rail line.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1955 Map of San Francisco
    1955 Map of San Francisco
    1955 San Francisco
    1955 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area and central coast are captured during the postwar boom as suburbs and infrastructure expanded rapidly. Trace the development of local communities and military installations like the Presidio and Fort Mason, or follow the Southern Pacific rail lines.
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