Old Maps of Wildwood, California for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Wildwood with 16 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 Wildwood has changed over the decades.


Wildwood, CA maps

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  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 1955 Map of Big Basin, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Big Basin, 1957 Print
    1955 Big Basin
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Santa Cruz Mountains were a blend of deep redwood preservation and mid-century recreation in the 1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of settlements like Riverside Grove and Wildwood, or locate local landmarks such as Locatelli Ranch and the Hilton Airport.
    6 unique versions available

  6. 1956 Map of San Francisco
    1956 Map of San Francisco
    1956 San Francisco
    1956 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area is captured in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of rapid post-war growth and massive military installations. Researchers can trace the sprawling rail lines of the Southern Pacific and locate historic sites like Stanford University or the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard.
    4 unique versions available

  7. 1957 Map of San Francisco
    1957 Map of San Francisco
    1957 San Francisco
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the mid-fifties reveals a rapidly growing metropolitan landscape connected by its iconic spans and rail networks. Researchers can trace the layout of military sites like the Presidio and the extent of the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific railroads.

  8. 1960 Map of San Francisco
    1960 Map of San Francisco
    1960 San Francisco
    1960 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area at the start of the sixties reveals a landscape of rapid expansion and critical infrastructure. Researchers can trace the development of East Bay communities like Russell City and Mt Eden or locate early rural landmarks like Alpine School.

  9. 1961 Map of San Francisco
    1961 Map of San Francisco
    1961 San Francisco
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area at the dawn of the 1960s reveals a landscape of growing cities and massive Cold War military installations. Genealogists and historians can trace the mid-century urban footprint from Berkeley to San Mateo, while locating landmarks like the Presidio, Alcatraz Island, and Moffett Field Air Station.

  10. 1964 Map of San Francisco
    1964 Map of San Francisco
    1964 San Francisco
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area in the mid-sixties shows a region of rapid suburban expansion and major military installations. Researchers can trace the development of the South Bay near Stanford University or locate family plots in the historic Cypress Lawn Cem and Holy Cross Cem.

  11. 1971 Map of San Francisco
    1971 Map of San Francisco
    1971 San Francisco
    1971 Print · USGS
    The San Francisco Bay Area at the start of the 1970s is shown here as a dense network of aerospace hubs, naval bases, and expanding suburbs. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Stanford University, the industrial Salt Evaporators, and the Southern Pacific rail lines.

  12. 1982 Map of Palo Alto, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Palo Alto, 1983 Print
    1982 Palo Alto
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Santa Cruz Mountains and the Peninsula's bayshore are captured here in the early eighties as tech-driven growth reshaped the valley. Researchers can trace the sprawling grounds of Stanford University or explore coastal landmarks like the Pigeon Point Lighthouse.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1985 Map of San Francisco, 1989 Print
    1985 Map of San Francisco, 1989 Print
    1985 San Francisco
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Bay Area is captured in the mid-1980s through experimental Landsat satellite imagery, offering a unique technological perspective of the California coast. Trace the urban boundaries of San Francisco and Alameda against the San Francisco Bay and Lorenzo.

  14. 1991 Map of Big Basin, 1995 Print
    1991 Map of Big Basin, 1995 Print
    1991 Big Basin
    1995 Print · USGS
    The Santa Cruz Mountains at the start of the nineties reveal a dense network of redwood preserves and mountain retreats. Researchers can trace historical routes like China Grade and locate secluded communities including Riverside Grove and Waterman Gap.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1997 Map of Big Basin, 1999 Print
    1997 Map of Big Basin, 1999 Print
    1997 Big Basin
    1999 Print · USGS
    The Santa Cruz Mountains in the late twentieth century are defined by their deep canyons and the sprawling redwoods of the state’s oldest park. Genealogists and hikers can trace the roads to Riverside Grove, the Eagle Rock Lookout Tower, and Camp Ben Lomond.

  16. 2021 Map of Big Basin, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Big Basin, 2021 Print
    2021 Big Basin
    2021 Print · USGS
    The Santa Cruz Mountains at the start of the 2020s reveal a landscape of dense redwood forests and narrow river-valley communities. Genealogists and hikers can trace the winding paths from Boulder Creek to Big Basin and the remote Waterman Gap.

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