Historical Maps of California
California maps (31)
- 1892 Map of California, MD1892 CaliforniaOriginally titled "Drum Point 1892"Published 1892
- 1892 Map of California, MD, 1896 Print1892 CaliforniaOriginally titled "Drum Point 1892"Published 1896
- 1898 Map of California, MD1898 CaliforniaOriginally titled "St. Marys 1898"Published 1898
- 1898 Map of California, MD, 1903 Print1898 CaliforniaOriginally titled "St. Marys 1898"Published 1903
- 1901 Map of California, MD1901 CaliforniaOriginally titled "Drum Point 1901"Published 1901
- 1905 Map of California, MD1905 CaliforniaOriginally titled "Drum Point 1905"Published 1905
- 1905 Map of California, MD, 1928 Print1905 CaliforniaOriginally titled "Drum Point 1905"Published 1928
- 1905 Map of California, MD, 1938 Print1905 CaliforniaOriginally titled "Drum Point 1905"Published 1938
- 1905 Map of California, MD, 1943 Print1905 CaliforniaOriginally titled "Drum Point 1905"Published 1943
- 1906 Map of California, MD1906 CaliforniaOriginally titled "St. Marys 1906"Published 1906
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Frequently asked questions about California historical maps
Can I purchase a physical print of a historical map of California?
Yes! Every map in our collection can be purchased as a museum-quality print that we meticulously lay out by hand to ensure the highest quality final product. We offer a variety of sizes and prints can be either framed or unframed. Explore purchase options by clicking the "Buy Print" button on any map page.
Why are historical maps of California important for research and professional purposes?
Historical maps of California offer a unique perspective on an area's past, making them invaluable for environmental consultants, surveyors, legal professionals, geneologists, historians, and hobbyists alike. They are used in environmental site assessments, lot line research, and land dispute resolution.
What types of historical maps are available for California?
Our diverse collection includes detailed topographic maps from the United States Geological Survey's Historical Topographic Map Collection as well as from a variety of public and private collections we've sourced, each providing a unique glimpse into California's past. We'll soon begin to offer historical aerial images as well.
What advanced features do you offer for professional use?
We offer advanced features including 3D terrain visualization, georeferencing, customizeable base maps, multi-layering capabilities, and annotation tools. These features allow for in-depth analysis, customization, and report building utilizing our historical map collection.
How can I find a specific historical map of California?
Our platform has over 185,000 fully digitized and interactive maps, and 31 maps available specifically for California. You can easily filter and search by address, place, date, scale, or landmark to find the specific map they need, or browse our collection by city, county, and state.
How can I contribute a historical map of California that's not in your collection?
We welcome contributions! If you have a map that isn't in our collection, reach out to us at hello@pastmaps.com. We can assist with digitizing individual maps or entire collections.
What is the oldest map of California in your collection?
The oldest map of California in our collection is from 1892.
How can I download a map of California?
Every map in our collection can be freely downloaded as a high-resolution GeoTIFF or GeoPDF file. You can use this file with mapping software or print it out for personal use.