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1950s Maps of Lane County, Oregon

Explore 48 historic maps of Lane County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Lane County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Lane County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Lane County, OR maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Marcola, 1955 Print
    1950 Map of Marcola, 1955 Print
    1950 Marcola
    1955 Print · USGS
    Lane County in the early fifties shows a transition from timber-town economies to suburban growth near the McKenzie River. Researchers can locate family landmarks like the Camp Creek Cemetery, the Mohawk PO, and the rails of the Southern Pacific.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1950 Map of Brownsville, 1960 Print
    1950 Map of Brownsville, 1960 Print
    1950 Brownsville
    1960 Print · USGS
    Linn County agriculture and timber meet in the mid-1950s along the Calapooya River and South Santiam River. Genealogists and historians can trace the Oregon Electric line and locate sites like Union Point, Liberty Cem, and the Covered Bridge.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1951 Map of Sweet Home, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Sweet Home, 1952 Print
    1951 Sweet Home
    1952 Print · USGS
    Linn County’s timber and river corridors come alive in this early fifties survey of the Santiam valley. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Oregon Electric line and find old landmarks like the Berlin Cem, Sunnyside School, and the Hufford Bridge.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1951 Map of Leaburg, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Leaburg, 1952 Print
    1951 Leaburg
    1952 Print · USGS
    The McKenzie River corridor in the early fifties shows a landscape of hydroelectric progress and small riverside settlements. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Leaburg, Vida, and Deerhorn, or locate industrial landmarks like the Leaburg Power Plant and Leaburg Dam.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1952 Map of Brownsville
    1952 Map of Brownsville
    1952 Brownsville
    1952 Print · USGS
    Linn County agriculture and timber industry are at a peak in the early fifties as the river valleys transition into the Cascade foothills. Researchers can trace family sites at Klum Cemetery, rural school districts like Fairview School, and the path of the Oregon Electric rail line.
  16. 1952 Map of Marcola
    1952 Map of Marcola
    1952 Marcola
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Mohawk River valley and McKenzie River corridor are captured here in the early fifties, showing the logging and rail infrastructure of eastern Lane County. Trace the SOUTHERN PACIFIC line through Wendling or locate family sites like Yarnell Church and Mt Vernon Cem.
  19. 1953 Map of Salem
    1953 Map of Salem
    1953 Salem
    1953 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Oregon comes to life through this detailed survey of the Willamette Valley and the adjacent Pacific coastline. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR, visit rural hubs like Fairview School, or locate coastal landmarks like the Yaquina Head Lighthouse.
  22. 1954 Map of Salem
    1954 Map of Salem
    1954 Salem
    1954 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Western Oregon is centered on the productive Willamette River valley as its cities and infrastructure expand toward the mountains. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR and Oregon Electric Ry through towns like Dallas, Independence, and Brownsville.
  25. 1954 Map of Coos Bay
    1954 Map of Coos Bay
    1954 Coos Bay
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal Oregon at mid-century shows a landscape of timber and tides, from the river ports to the edge of the Pacific. Researchers can trace family roots through coastal schools like Beachview School or follow the Southern Pacific RR through Reedsport and Coos Bay.
  28. 1954 Map of Anlauf, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Anlauf, 1956 Print
    1954 Anlauf
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Southern Pacific railroad and the Calapooya Divide define this Douglas County landscape in the mid-1950s. Trace old mercury mining operations at Elkhead Mines, locate the Anlauf Cemetery, or follow the early boundaries of the Cottage Grove Reservoir.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1955 Map of Hardesty Mtn, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Hardesty Mtn, 1957 Print
    1955 Hardesty Mtn
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Willamette National Forest in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape defined by the newly formed Lookout Point Reservoir and timber operations. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-side life of Westfir, locate the Westfir HS, or find old forest sites like Black Canyon Camp.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1955 Map of Illahee Rock, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Illahee Rock, 1957 Print
    1955 Illahee Rock
    1957 Print · USGS
    Upper Douglas County in the mid-1950s was a landscape of forest service outposts and remote mountain camps along the river. Researchers can trace early backcountry locations like Illahee Guard Sta, the settlement of Steamboat, and the Winslow Cabin Spring.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1955 Map of Fairview Peak, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Fairview Peak, 1957 Print
    1955 Fairview Peak
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Oregon Cascades mining districts come to life in this mid-1950s survey of the Bohemia and Fairview mountain areas. Genealogists and researchers can trace the roads and trails leading to the Champion Mine, Musick Guard Station, and the Laying Creek Ranger Station.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1955 Map of Culp Creek, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Culp Creek, 1957 Print
    1955 Culp Creek
    1957 Print · USGS
    Eastern Lane County in the mid-fifties is defined by the logging and rail corridor along the Row River. Researchers can trace the path of the Oregon and Eastern Railroad through settlements like Dorena and Disston, and locate landmarks like the Broumbaugh Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1955 Map of Chucksney Mtn, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Chucksney Mtn, 1958 Print
    1955 Chucksney Mtn
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Willamette National Forest in the mid-1950s is shown as a network of fire lookouts and isolated forest camps. Researchers can trace historic administrative sites like the Waldo Guard Station and named high-country openings such as Salt Rock Prairie and Blair Meadow.
    3 unique versions available
  46. 1955 Map of Blue River, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Blue River, 1958 Print
    1955 Blue River
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Oregon Cascades in the mid-fifties reveal a landscape of active timbering and hard-rock mining along the McKenzie River. Researchers can trace the layout of early communities like Blue River and locate historic sites such as the Lucky Boy Mine and Renfrew Grave.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1955 Map of Cascadia, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Cascadia, 1958 Print
    1955 Cascadia
    1958 Print · USGS
    The South Santiam River corridor near Cascadia is documented here in the mid-1950s, showing a landscape of forest camps and mountain lookouts. Genealogists and hikers can trace early access roads to Upper Soda, Rainbow Falls, and the high ridges of Moose Ridge.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1955 Map of Echo Mountain, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Echo Mountain, 1958 Print
    1955 Echo Mountain
    1958 Print · USGS
    High in the Cascades during the mid-fifties, this area shows the primitive forest camps and trail networks of the Willamette National Forest. Researchers can trace old mountain routes like the Browder Ridge Trail and locate sites such as Cool Camp and Tombstone Prairie.
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1955 Map of Lowell, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Lowell, 1958 Print
    1955 Lowell
    1958 Print · USGS
    Upper Willamette Valley life in the mid-fifties is captured here during a period of massive hydraulic change and timber growth. Researchers can trace the original rail lines of the Southern Pacific Railroad and locate vanished family landmarks near Cloverdale Cem and Butte Disappointment.
    3 unique versions available
  58. 1955 Map of Mc Kenzie Bridge, 1958 Print
    1955 Map of Mc Kenzie Bridge, 1958 Print
    1955 Mc Kenzie Bridge
    1958 Print · USGS
    The McKenzie River valley in the mid-1950s shows a landscape of forest management and growing infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Cougar Dam and locate historic camps like Limberlost Forest Camp and Belknap Camp.
    3 unique versions available
  61. 1955 Map of Crescent, 1963 Print
    1955 Map of Crescent, 1963 Print
    1955 Crescent
    1963 Print · USGS
    Central Oregon in the mid-1950s was a landscape of dense national forests and high desert expanses. Researchers can trace timber-era settlements like Gilchrist and Crescent or locate remote outposts such as Stauffer and Millican near the Wagontire Mountains.
    3 unique versions available
  64. 1955 Map of Bend, 1964 Print
    1955 Map of Bend, 1964 Print
    1955 Bend
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central Oregon was undergoing significant growth in the mid-1960s as irrigation and infrastructure transformed the high desert. Researchers can trace the path of the Oregon Trunk Line, locate old stops like Gateway, and find landmarks like Lava Butte or the Grange.
    3 unique versions available
  67. 1956 Map of Toketee Falls
    1956 Map of Toketee Falls
    1956 Toketee Falls
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Oregon Cascades high country is shown here in the mid-fifties, just as hydroelectric development was transforming the river canyons. You can trace the complex water systems near Toketee Falls and find remote fire lookouts like Balm Lookout and Cinder Prairie Lookout.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1956 Map of Goodwin Peak, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Goodwin Peak, 1958 Print
    1956 Goodwin Peak
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal Oregon's deep river valleys and high forest ridges are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the rugged boundary of Lane and Douglas counties. Researchers can locate remote family landmarks like Dailey Ranch, the Smith River Grange, and Sulphur Springs.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1956 Map of Waldo Lake, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Waldo Lake, 1958 Print
    1956 Waldo Lake
    1958 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades at the mid-point of the century were a realm of alpine lakes and steam-age rail routes. Genealogists and historians can trace old camps and stations along the Southern Pacific Railroad, from Beamer Ranch to the Cascade Summit overlook.
    3 unique versions available
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