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Old Maps of The Dalles, Oregon

Explore 29 old maps of The Dalles, spanning from 1934 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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  1. 1934 Map of The Dalles
    1934 Map of The Dalles
    1934 The Dalles
    1934 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River Gorge in the early thirties reveals a complex network of rapids and river engineering before the completion of major modern dams. Local historians can trace early school districts like Threemile Sch and family landmarks such as Clancy Ranch or Petersburg.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1953 Map of The Dalles, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of The Dalles, 1965 Print
    1953 The Dalles
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River Gorge at mid-century shows a region being transformed by massive hydroelectric dams and a growing highway network. Researchers can trace the development of The Dalles Dam, locate the Maryhill Museum, and find old rail stops in Rufus, Wishram, and Arlington.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1956 Map of The Dalles
    1956 Map of The Dalles
    1956 The Dalles
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River Gorge and the high Cascades are captured in the mid-1950s, showing a vital corridor of rail and road. Researchers can trace the original path of The Old Oregon Trail or locate historical landmarks like the Maryhill Museum and Mount Hood.
  10. 1957 Map of The Dalles
    1957 Map of The Dalles
    1957 The Dalles
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River Gorge and the high plateaus of the mid-1950s come alive on this detailed survey of northern Oregon and southern Washington. Researchers can trace the path of the Oregon Trail and The Old Barlow Road alongside river towns like The Dalles and Wishram.
  13. 1957 Map of The Dalles, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of The Dalles, 1959 Print
    1957 The Dalles
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Dalles and the Columbia River frontier are captured here in the late fifties, just as the new dam transformed the river. Genealogists can locate family schools like Fairfield Sch and Chenoweth School or trace the early footprint of Dallesport.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1974 Map of The Dalles North, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of The Dalles North, 1977 Print
    1974 The Dalles North
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River Gorge in the mid-seventies reveals a thriving intersection of rail, river, and regional industry. Researchers can trace the layout of The Dalles and Smithville or locate family sites at Wish-Ham Cem and the Chenoweth Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1975 Map of The Dalles North, 1980 Print
    1975 Map of The Dalles North, 1980 Print
    1975 The Dalles North
    1980 Print · USGS
    Along the Columbia River in the mid-1970s, this aerial perspective captures the landscape of the Oregon and Washington border. Researchers can trace the development of river-side settlements like Murdock and Smithville while observing the winding course of the Klickitat River.
  22. 1975 Map of The Dalles South, 1980 Print
    1975 Map of The Dalles South, 1980 Print
    1975 The Dalles South
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Dalles and its surrounding plateaus appear in sharp detail during the mid-1970s in this orthophotographic survey. Genealogists and local historians can trace the riverside development of The Dalles and the rural agricultural patterns along Fivemile Creek.
  25. 1977 Map of The Dalles South, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of The Dalles South, 1978 Print
    1977 The Dalles South
    1978 Print · USGS
    The mid-Columbia River shoreline comes alive in the late seventies, showing the vital link between the river and the rail-driven economy. Trace the legacy of early residents at Pioneer Cem or GAR Cem and explore the irrigation and elevation changes near Cherry Heights.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1978 Map of Petersburg
    1978 Map of Petersburg
    1978 Petersburg
    1978 Print · USGS
    Near the Columbia River in the late 1970s, this area shows the intersection of major energy infrastructure and traditional plateau farming. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific corridor, locate the Grave Island Mem (Cem), and find local landmarks in Petersburg and Rice.
  31. 1982 Map of Hood River, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Hood River, 1983 Print
    1982 Hood River
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River Gorge in the early eighties shows a landscape shaped by massive hydroelectric projects and deep-rooted timber communities. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river network through Cascade Locks and The Dalles Dam, or explore the terrain of Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
  34. 1994 Map of The Dalles North, 1995 Print
    1994 Map of The Dalles North, 1995 Print
    1994 The Dalles North
    1995 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River Gorge was a hub of transit and industry in the mid-nineties, where Washington and Oregon meet. Researchers can trace the river's industrial past through the Aluminum Plant and The Dalles Municipal Airport, or find family sites like Wish-Ham Cem and Lone Pine Cemetery.
  37. 1994 Map of Petersburg, 1995 Print
    1994 Map of Petersburg, 1995 Print
    1994 Petersburg
    1995 Print · USGS
    Mid-nineties Wasco County is shown here at the intersection of massive Columbia River energy projects and traditional wheat farming. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots at Eightmile Cem or locate old rail-side landmarks like the Rice Grain Elevator.
  40. 1994 Map of The Dalles South, 1995 Print
    1994 Map of The Dalles South, 1995 Print
    1994 The Dalles South
    1995 Print · USGS
    The Dalles and Dallesport are shown in the mid-1990s as the river economy transitioned into the modern era. Genealogists can locate historic burial sites like GAR Cem and Masonic Cem while tracing the Union Pacific rail corridor.
  43. 2011 Map of Petersburg, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Petersburg, 2011 Print
    2011 Petersburg
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Petersburg, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
  46. 2011 Map of The Dalles South, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of The Dalles South, 2011 Print
    2011 The Dalles South
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Dallesport, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
  49. 2014 Map of Petersburg, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Petersburg, 2014 Print
    2014 Petersburg
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Petersburg, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
  52. 2014 Map of The Dalles North, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of The Dalles North, 2014 Print
    2014 The Dalles North
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Chenowith, Murdock, and other nearby areas
  55. 2014 Map of The Dalles South, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of The Dalles South, 2014 Print
    2014 The Dalles South
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Dallesport, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
  58. 2017 Map of The Dalles North, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of The Dalles North, 2017 Print
    2017 The Dalles North
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Chenowith, Murdock, and other nearby areas
  61. 2017 Map of Petersburg, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Petersburg, 2017 Print
    2017 Petersburg
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Petersburg, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
  64. 2017 Map of The Dalles South, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of The Dalles South, 2017 Print
    2017 The Dalles South
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Dallesport, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
  67. 2020 Map of The Dalles North, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of The Dalles North, 2020 Print
    2020 The Dalles North
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Chenowith, Murdock, and other nearby areas
  70. 2020 Map of The Dalles South, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of The Dalles South, 2020 Print
    2020 The Dalles South
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Dallesport, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
  73. 2020 Map of Petersburg, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Petersburg, 2020 Print
    2020 Petersburg
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers The Dalles, including Petersburg, Wasco County, and other nearby areas
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