Join Free

Old Maps of Davis, California for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Davis with 26 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 Davis has changed over the decades.

Davis, CA maps

(26)
  1. 1907 Map of Woodland
    1907 Map of Woodland
    1907 Woodland
    1907 Print · USGS
    Yolo County at the turn of the century reveals a landscape defined by early irrigation and the expansion of the Southern Pacific Railroad. Genealogists can trace family locations near Woodland, Madison, and the rural Union School.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1907 Map of Davisville
    1907 Map of Davisville
    1907 Davisville
    1907 Print · USGS
    Yolo and Sacramento counties are captured here at a pivot point for river transit and rail growth. Researchers can trace early rural life via the Lisbon School, Taylor Monument Datey's Ferry, and the original footprint of Davisville.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1915 Map of Swingle
    1915 Map of Swingle
    1915 Swingle
    1915 Print · USGS
    The rail-driven landscape around Davis is captured here during the early twentieth century, showing the critical junction of two Southern Pacific lines. Researchers can trace early settlements and rail stops like Swingle, Briggston, and Webster along the banks of Putah Creek.
  10. 1915 Map of Merritt
    1915 Map of Merritt
    1915 Merritt
    1915 Print · USGS
    Yolo County was a burgeoning agricultural hub in the early twentieth century, defined by its complex network of sloughs and canals. Researchers can trace the early irrigation patterns of Putah Creek and locate vanished rail sidings like Elston Spur and the settlement of Plainfield.
  13. 1941 Map of Woodland
    1941 Map of Woodland
    1941 Woodland
    1941 Print · USGS
    Yolo County is captured here at the height of its pre-war agricultural expansion, dominated by an intricate network of irrigation canals and rail lines. Researchers can trace rural schoolhouse locations like Clover School and Gordon School or identify early landmarks such as the Yolo Fliers Club and the Airplane Beacon.
  16. 1947 Map of Sacramento, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of Sacramento, 1948 Print
    1947 Sacramento
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento Valley meets the high Sierra during a period of post-war expansion. Trace the historic river delta islands like Grand Island or locate early airfield footprints at McClellan Air Force Base and Mather Air Force Base.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1948 Map of Sacramento, 1951 Print
    1948 Map of Sacramento, 1951 Print
    1948 Sacramento
    1951 Print · USGS
    Post-war Northern California comes alive in this regional survey, capturing the era of expansion between the Central Valley and the High Sierra. Researchers can trace the rail networks of the Central California Traction and Sacramento Northern RR or locate landmarks like the State Capitol and University of California Davis.
  22. 1952 Map of Merritt, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Merritt, 1953 Print
    1952 Merritt
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Yolo County plains come alive in the early 1950s, showing the early campus of the University of California College of Agriculture. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Southern Pacific through Merritt or locate mid-century landmarks like the Drive-in Theatre.
    6 unique versions available
  25. 1952 Map of Davis, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Davis, 1953 Print
    1952 Davis
    1953 Print · USGS
    Davis and the University of California campus are centered in this mid-century survey of the Yolo County agricultural corridor. Researchers can trace the early footprint of the College of Agriculture, the Southern Pacific rail line, and the rural site of Swingle.
    8 unique versions available
  28. 1953 Map of Woodland, 1959 Print
    1953 Map of Woodland, 1959 Print
    1953 Woodland
    1959 Print · USGS
    Woodland and the Central Valley are captured here in the early fifties as the region's agricultural and rail infrastructure matured. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like the Cottonwood Cemetery and numerous rural schools including Fairfield Sch and Wolfskill Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1954 Map of Davis, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Davis, 1956 Print
    1954 Davis
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Davis and West Sacramento are shown during a period of major infrastructure growth, with the Sacramento Deep Water Channel still under construction. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Davis Cem, Capitol Sky Park, and rural schools such as Taylor Monument Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1956 Map of Sacramento
    1956 Map of Sacramento
    1956 Sacramento
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century California unfolds from the delta to the high Sierra, capturing a landscape of growing valley cities and burgeoning military airbases. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines and river towns from Woodland to Lodi, or explore the foothill settlements of Placerville and Jackson.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1957 Map of Sacramento, 1966 Print
    1957 Map of Sacramento, 1966 Print
    1957 Sacramento
    1966 Print · USGS
    In the mid-twentieth century, the California heartland was a hub of river transport, rail lines, and military airbases. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Gold Country towns like Angels Camp and Sonora or follow the path of the Southern Pacific RR through the growing suburbs of Sacramento.
    4 unique versions available
  40. 1970 Map of Davis
    1970 Map of Davis
    1970 Davis
    1970 Print · USGS
    Covers Davis, including El Macero, Swingle, and other nearby areas
  43. 1975 Map of Davis, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Davis, 1977 Print
    1975 Davis
    1977 Print · USGS
    The university town of Davis expands into the Yolo County agricultural landscape during the mid-seventies. Trace local history through the Univ Of Calif campus, the Davis Cem, and early suburbs like El Macero or the Swingle siding.
  46. 1992 Map of Merritt, 1997 Print
    1992 Map of Merritt, 1997 Print
    1992 Merritt
    1997 Print · USGS
    Yolo County is captured here in the early nineties as the university town and its agricultural surroundings expand. Researchers can trace the development of Plainfield, the irrigation routes of Willow Slough, and the boundaries of the University of California.
  49. 1992 Map of Davis, 1997 Print
    1992 Map of Davis, 1997 Print
    1992 Davis
    1997 Print · USGS
    Davis and its university campus are captured in the early 1990s as the town expanded into the surrounding Sacramento Valley farmlands. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Davis Cemetery or old railroad stops at Swingle and Webster.
  52. 1994 Map of Sacramento
    1994 Map of Sacramento
    1994 Sacramento
    1994 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento valley was a landscape of massive flood control and military aviation during the mid-nineties. Researchers can trace the complex network of the Yolo Bypass and the Sacramento River alongside McClellan Air Force Base and Zamora.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 2012 Map of Merritt, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Merritt, 2012 Print
    2012 Merritt
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Davis, including Merritt, Plainfield, and other nearby areas
  58. 2012 Map of Davis, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Davis, 2012 Print
    2012 Davis
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Davis, including El Macero, Webster, and other nearby areas
  61. 2015 Map of Merritt, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Merritt, 2015 Print
    2015 Merritt
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Davis, including Merritt, Plainfield, and other nearby areas
  64. 2015 Map of Davis, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Davis, 2015 Print
    2015 Davis
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Davis, including El Macero, Webster, and other nearby areas
  67. 2018 Map of Merritt, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Merritt, 2018 Print
    2018 Merritt
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Davis, including Merritt, Plainfield, and other nearby areas
  70. 2018 Map of Davis, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Davis, 2018 Print
    2018 Davis
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Davis, including El Macero, Webster, and other nearby areas
  73. 2021 Map of Davis, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Davis, 2021 Print
    2021 Davis
    2021 Print · USGS
    Davis and the surrounding Sacramento Valley are shown in detail during a period of modern expansion. Local researchers can trace the growth of Davis neighborhoods and locate established landmarks like Swingle, El Macero, and the Davis Cem District and Arboretum.
Showing maps 1-25 of 26

Top cities near Davis

See more

Top neighborhoods of Davis

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Davis?
  • What is the oldest map of Davis?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Davis for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Davis?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Davis?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Davis?
  • Where are historical maps of Davis sourced from?