Old Maps of Cape Coral, Florida

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  1. 1956 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 1957 Print
    1956 Punta Gorda SE
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Charlotte County appears here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by mangrove keys and the early infrastructure of the Florida Gulf Coast. Researchers can trace the Atlantic Coast Line rail route and locate local landmarks like Cockroach Mound, John Quiet Lakes, and South Punta Gorda Heights.
    5 unique versions available

  2. 1956 Map of West Palm Beach, 1964 Print
    1956 Map of West Palm Beach, 1964 Print
    1956 West Palm Beach
    1964 Print · USGS
    South Florida during the mid-fifties exhibits a fascinating balance between expanding coastal cities and the vast interior wetlands. Researchers can trace the development of inland settlements like Immokalee and Okeelanta or locate vanished landmarks like Chosen and Buckingham Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1956 Map of Tampa, 1964 Print
    1956 Map of Tampa, 1964 Print
    1956 Tampa
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast thrived in the mid-fifties, from the bustling docks of Tampa to the quiet shores of Sanibel. Genealogists and historians can trace old rail lines like the Atlantic Coast Line or find early layouts of Port Charlotte and Bokeelia.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1956 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1982 Print
    1956 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1982 Print
    1956 Charlotte Harbor
    1982 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida in the mid-fifties reveals the early growth of bayside communities and the preservation of vast wetland refuges. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Seaboard Air Line and find historic waterfront locales from Boca Grande to Punta Gorda.

  5. 1957 Map of West Palm Beach
    1957 Map of West Palm Beach
    1957 West Palm Beach
    1957 Print · USGS
    Southern Florida in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape defined by massive drainage canals and the early expansion of the Gold Coast. Genealogists and historians can trace industrial outposts like the Sugar plant and Everglades Labor Center, or locate the Jupiter Auxiliary Air Force Base.

  6. 1957 Map of Gilchrist, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Gilchrist, 1958 Print
    1957 Gilchrist
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida interior lands at the Lee and Charlotte county line show a landscape dominated by wetlands and early rail infrastructure in the late fifties. Trace the path of the Atlantic Coast Line or locate the settlement at Gilchrist and the residential plats of South Punta Gorda Heights.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1958 Map of West Palm Beach
    1958 Map of West Palm Beach
    1958 West Palm Beach
    1958 Print · USGS
    South Florida in the late fifties was a land of transition between massive agricultural works and rapid coastal growth. Genealogists and historians can trace old canal networks, early rail lines like the Florida East Coast, and landmarks like the Moore Haven Lock or Jupiter Auxiliary Air Force Base.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1958 Map of Matlacha
    1958 Map of Matlacha
    1958 Matlacha
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lee County is shown here in the late fifties as the bridge network linked isolated islands to the Florida mainland. Researchers can trace the early layout of Matlacha, the location of the Pine Island Lookout Tower, and Indian Field.
    4 unique versions available

  9. 1958 Map of Fort Myers NW, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Fort Myers NW, 1959 Print
    1958 Fort Myers NW
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Caloosahatchee River waterfront and the emerging suburbs of North Fort Myers come alive in this late-fifties topographic record. Local historians can trace the foundations of the community through the English Sch, the State Prison Camp, and the Old Railroad Grade that once served the region.
    5 unique versions available

  10. 1958 Map of Fort Myers SW, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Fort Myers SW, 1959 Print
    1958 Fort Myers SW
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Caloosahatchee River waterfront and Southwest Florida's early development are captured here in the late fifties. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Orangewood Sch, Truckland, and the Iona Sch (Abandoned).
    6 unique versions available

  11. 1958 Map of Pine Island Center, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Pine Island Center, 1959 Print
    1958 Pine Island Center
    1959 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lee County is documented here in the late fifties, showcasing the intricate mangrove shorelines and early island settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Matlacha, St James City, and the inland hub at Pine Island Center.
    6 unique versions available

  12. 1959 Map of Tampa
    1959 Map of Tampa
    1959 Tampa
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast appears in this late fifties survey during a period of steady coastal growth and established rail commerce. Researchers can trace historic neighborhoods and transit lines from Tampa to St Petersburg, or locate landmarks like Mac Dill AFB and Boca Grande.

  13. 1960 Map of Tampa
    1960 Map of Tampa
    1960 Tampa
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast was undergoing a major transformation at the start of the sixties, with new bridges linking burgeoning cities across the bays. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of St Petersburg and Tampa, or locate coastal landmarks like Mac Dill AFB and the Sunshine Skyway.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1972 Map of Tampa, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Tampa, 1974 Print
    1972 Tampa
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast appears in a period of significant growth during the early seventies, from the urban centers of the bay to the quiet southern keys. Researchers can trace the expansion of St Petersburg or locate family sites near Safety Harbor, Valrico, and Boca Ciega.

  15. 1981 Map of Fort Myers
    1981 Map of Fort Myers
    1981 Fort Myers
    1981 Print · USGS
    Southwest Florida experienced a transformative era of growth during the early eighties as coastal cities pushed inland toward the Everglades. Trace the expansion of Lehigh Acres and Cape Coral or locate rural landmarks like Palmdale and the Brighton Indian Reservation.

  16. 1981 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1983 Print
    1981 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1983 Print
    1981 Charlotte Harbor
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida is captured in a period of significant growth during the early eighties, balancing new residential developments with vast protected preserves. Trace the expansion of Port Charlotte and Cape Coral alongside the Seaboard Coast Line and Cayo Costa State Preserve.

  17. 1985 Map of Fort Myers, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Fort Myers, 1986 Print
    1985 Fort Myers
    1986 Print · USGS
    Southwest Florida during the mid-eighties shows a region of transition, where the riverfront growth of Fort Myers meets the inland marshes of the Everglades. Genealogists and historians can trace suburban expansion in Lehigh Acres or locate the old canal-side hubs of La Belle and Moore Haven.

  18. 1987 Map of West Palm Beach, 1988 Print
    1987 Map of West Palm Beach, 1988 Print
    1987 West Palm Beach
    1988 Print · USGS
    South Florida is captured in the mid-1980s, showcasing the intricate balance between rapid coastal growth and the vast interior wetlands. Researchers can trace the drainage canals of The Everglades or locate the boundaries of the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation and Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 2024 Map of Fort Myers SW, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Fort Myers SW, 2024 Print
    2024 Fort Myers SW
    2024 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lee County is defined here by the wide Caloosahatchee River and the expanding residential corridors of the modern era. Genealogists and local historians can trace the growth of communities like Iona, Harlem Heights, and the grounds of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens.

  20. 2024 Map of Matlacha, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Matlacha, 2024 Print
    2024 Matlacha
    2024 Print · USGS
    Pine Island and the western edge of Cape Coral are shown here in the 2020s, highlighting the balance between residential development and environmental preservation. Researchers can trace the layout of Matlacha Isles, locate the Pine Island Airport, and explore the protected keys within Matlacha Pass.

  21. 2024 Map of Gilchrist, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Gilchrist, 2024 Print
    2024 Gilchrist
    2024 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida's evolving landscape is captured here as residential grids meet vast conservation areas in the 2020s. Researchers can trace the layout of Tropical Gulf Acres and South Punta Gorda Heights or explore the preserved wetlands of the Babcock Webb Wildlife Management Area Trl.

  22. 2024 Map of Fort Myers NW, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Fort Myers NW, 2024 Print
    2024 Fort Myers NW
    2024 Print · USGS
    The rapid development of Lee County's Gulf Coast is on full display in this modern survey of Cape Coral and its surrounding waterways. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Coral Ridge Gardens Cemetery or the residential grids of Palmona Park and Suncoast Estates.

  23. 2024 Map of Pine Island Center, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Pine Island Center, 2024 Print
    2024 Pine Island Center
    2024 Print · USGS
    Pine Island and the coastal reaches of Lee County are shown here in recent detail, documenting the intersection of conservation lands and residential growth. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Galt Island Burial Mound, the waterfront layout of St. James City, and the Woodstock Airport.

  24. 2024 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 2024 Print
    2024 Punta Gorda SE
    2024 Print · USGS
    The Charlotte Harbor coastline comes alive in this modern survey of the region south of Punta Gorda. Trace the intersection of nature and development from the ancient Cockroach Mound to the modern docks at Burnt Store Marina and Pirate Harbor.

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