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1960s Maps of Salem, Oregon

Explore 7 historic maps of Salem from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — 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 Salem's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1960s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Salem's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Salem, OR maps

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  1. 1960 Map of Salem, 1968 Print
    1960 Map of Salem, 1968 Print
    1960 Salem
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Willamette Valley and the surrounding mountain ranges are shown here in the 1960s during a period of significant reservoir construction. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Oregon Electric and find communities from Lincoln City on the coast to Sweet Home and Mill City in the foothills.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1962 Map of Salem
    1962 Map of Salem
    1962 Salem
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Willamette Valley and the surrounding Oregon ranges are captured here in the early sixties, showing the vital growth of the state's primary agricultural and academic corridor. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Oregon State University and the University of Oregon, alongside rural landmarks like Camp Adair and Black Butte Mine.
  7. 1963 Map of Salem
    1963 Map of Salem
    1963 Salem
    1963 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Oregon comes into focus as the Willamette Valley’s timber and agricultural industries meet the growing campuses of Oregon State University and the University of Oregon. Researchers can trace old rail lines like the Oregon Electric Railway and locate family plots at Siletz Cem or Dallas Cem.
  10. 1964 Map of Vancouver
    1964 Map of Vancouver
    1964 Vancouver
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Pacific Northwest interior and coast are shown here in the 1960s, from the Portland metropolitan hub to the rugged Pacific shoreline. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Grand Ronde Indian Reservation, the early layout of McMinnville, and the maritime approaches near Tillamook Head.
  13. 1969 Map of Turner, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Turner, 1971 Print
    1969 Turner
    1971 Print · USGS
    Marion County in the late sixties shows a landscape defined by the Southern Pacific railroad and a complex network of irrigation canals. Genealogists and local researchers can locate several key burial sites and rural schools, including Twin Oaks Cem, Marion Cem, and Cloverdale Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1969 Map of Salem East, 1971 Print
    1969 Map of Salem East, 1971 Print
    1969 Salem East
    1971 Print · USGS
    East of the state capital in the late 1960s, this area shows the intersection of major institutions and Willamette Valley agriculture. Genealogists can trace family sites near Howell Cem or explore the early footprints of the Chemawa Indian School and Fairview Home.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1969 Map of Salem West, 1972 Print
    1969 Map of Salem West, 1972 Print
    1969 Salem West
    1972 Print · USGS
    The Salem area and the winding Willamette River are captured here during a period of significant growth in the late sixties. Researchers can trace the footprints of the State Capitol, the Oregon State Penitentiary, and historic grounds like Pioneer Cem and Willamette University.
    5 unique versions available
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