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1980s Maps of Chelan County, Washington

Explore 28 historic maps of Chelan County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — 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 Chelan County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Chelan County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.

Chelan County, WA maps

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  1. 1988 Map of Glacier Peak West
    1988 Map of Glacier Peak West
    1988 Glacier Peak West
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades of Snohomish County are captured here in the late eighties, showing the convergence of three major wilderness areas. Trace the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail past Kennedy Hot Spring or locate the Mackinaw Shelter and White Chuck Glacier.
  4. 1988 Map of Lucerne
    1988 Map of Lucerne
    1988 Lucerne
    1988 Print · USGS
    Lake Chelan's western shore in the late eighties remained a wilderness frontier defined by ferry access and high-altitude ridges. Researchers can trace remote sites like Lucerne and Moore, alongside landmarks like Domke Falls and Bearcat Ridge.
  7. 1988 Map of Saska Peak
    1988 Map of Saska Peak
    1988 Saska Peak
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Entiat and Chelan ranges are documented in the late eighties as a network of wilderness trails and alpine summits. You can trace established backcountry sites like the Cottonwood Guard Station or locate remote waters such as Myrtle Lake and Larch Lakes.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1988 Map of Pyramid Mountain
    1988 Map of Pyramid Mountain
    1988 Pyramid Mountain
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades above Lake Chelan are shown here in the late eighties, documenting a roadless wilderness of peaks and deep drainages. Hikers and historians can trace the Duncan Ridge Trail and locate remote camps like Spruce Grove Campground.
  13. 1988 Map of Suiattle Pass
    1988 Map of Suiattle Pass
    1988 Suiattle Pass
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades at the Snohomish and Chelan border are captured here in the late eighties, showing a landscape of ice and alpine passes. Hikers and historians can trace the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail past Glacier Peak Mines and over the stony heights of Suiattle Pass.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1988 Map of Pinnacle Mountain
    1988 Map of Pinnacle Mountain
    1988 Pinnacle Mountain
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades of Chelan County are documented here in the late 1980s, where the Glacier Peak Wilderness meets the Wenatchee National Forest. Hikers and historians can trace the paths of Railroad Creek, the remote Emerald Park, and the heights of Lucerne Mountain.
  19. 1988 Map of Trinity
    1988 Map of Trinity
    1988 Trinity
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades of Chelan County are documented here in the late 1980s, centered on the Chiwawa River drainage. Researchers can trace the footprint of the Red Mountain Mine and the remote settlement of Trinity set against the Entiat Mountains.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1988 Map of Glacier Peak East
    1988 Map of Glacier Peak East
    1988 Glacier Peak East
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades at the Snohomish and Chelan county line appear in this late 1980s survey of glacial systems and alpine peaks. Researchers can trace the extent of the Suiattle Glacier and Kennedy Glacier or locate isolated features like Airplane Lake and Tenpeak Mountain.
  25. 1988 Map of Holden
    1988 Map of Holden
    1988 Holden
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Chelan Mountains and the mining settlement of Holden are captured here in the late eighties. Researchers can trace the industrial landscape of the Mine and Tailings alongside prominent peaks like Seven Fingered Jack and Mt Maude.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1988 Map of Clark Mountain
    1988 Map of Clark Mountain
    1988 Clark Mountain
    1988 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades of Chelan County are mapped in detail during the 1980s, showcasing the massive ice fields of the Glacier Peak Wilderness. Researchers can trace remote alpine routes through Little Giant Pass and Boulder Pass or locate the headwaters of the Chiwawa River.
  31. 1989 Map of Swauk Pass
    1989 Map of Swauk Pass
    1989 Swauk Pass
    1989 Print · USGS
    The high ridges of the Wenatchee Mountains appear here in the late eighties as a landscape of forest management and alpine recreation. Trace historical mining interests at the Swauk Prospects or locate backcountry sites like Tronsen Campground and Haney Meadow.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1989 Map of Big Jim Mountain
    1989 Map of Big Jim Mountain
    1989 Big Jim Mountain
    1989 Print · USGS
    High in the Cascades during the late eighties, this survey captures a landscape of alpine lakes and dramatic ridgelines within the Wenatchee National Forest. Hikers and geologists can trace the remote waters of Lake Augusta and Lake Julius or locate the deep descent of Battle Canyon.
  37. 1989 Map of Leavenworth
    1989 Map of Leavenworth
    1989 Leavenworth
    1989 Print · USGS
    Leavenworth in the late eighties serves as a gateway between the river valley and the high Stuart Range. Genealogists and historians can trace the town's layout near Mtn View Cem, the Cascade Jr-Sr High, and the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1989 Map of Jack Ridge
    1989 Map of Jack Ridge
    1989 Jack Ridge
    1989 Print · USGS
    The high Wenatchee Mountains are captured in the late eighties as a preserved wilderness under forest management. Trace high-country routes to Bootjack Mountain, Trout Lake, and the Prospects located near the Kittitas County line.
  43. 1989 Map of Cashmere Mountain
    1989 Map of Cashmere Mountain
    1989 Cashmere Mountain
    1989 Print · USGS
    The high country of the Wenatchee National Forest is captured here in the late eighties, documenting a landscape of steep summits and glacial basins. Trace trail routes to Eightmile Lake or explore campgrounds along Icicle Creek like Bridge Creek Campground.
  46. 1989 Map of Winton
    1989 Map of Winton
    1989 Winton
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Wenatchee River corridor in the late eighties reveals a landscape of industrial utility and mountain recreation. Trace the railway through the tunnel or locate family-named features like Freund Creek and the small settlement of Winton.
  49. 1989 Map of Mount Stuart
    1989 Map of Mount Stuart
    1989 Mount Stuart
    1989 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades of Kittitas and Chelan Counties are shown here during the late eighties, dominated by the peaks of the Stuart Range. Outdoor historians can trace the trails and glacial basins surrounding Mount Stuart, Ingalls Lake, and Lake Camp Fire Girls.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1989 Map of Tiptop
    1989 Map of Tiptop
    1989 Tiptop
    1989 Print · USGS
    Camas Land and the high ridges of Chelan County are documented here in the late 1980s as the area balanced forestry and recreation. Researchers can trace the drainages of Camas Creek or locate landmarks like the Quarry and Bonanza Campground near Mission Ridge.
  55. 1989 Map of Schaffer Lake
    1989 Map of Schaffer Lake
    1989 Schaffer Lake
    1989 Print · USGS
    High in the Cascades during the late eighties, this terrain highlights the intersection of protected wilderness and national forest lands. Hikers and historians can trace the paths around Twin Lakes or locate riverfront sites like Riverbend Campground and Schaefer Creek Campground.
  58. 1989 Map of Peshastin
    1989 Map of Peshastin
    1989 Peshastin
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Wenatchee River valley in the late 1980s shows a landscape shaped by irrigation and rail transit. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Brender Canyon and find landmarks such as the local Cem or the Peshastin Pinnacles.
  61. 1989 Map of Van Creek
    1989 Map of Van Creek
    1989 Van Creek
    1989 Print · USGS
    The foothills of the Cascades are captured in the late eighties, showing a landscape defined by timberlands and steep drainage canyons. Researchers can trace the path of the Chumstick Railroad or locate family-named landmarks like Bjork Canyon and Walker Canyon.
  64. 1989 Map of Chiwaukum Mountains
    1989 Map of Chiwaukum Mountains
    1989 Chiwaukum Mountains
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Chiwaukum Mountains are shown in detail during the late 1980s, a period of established wilderness preservation. Trace remote high-country routes like the Pack Trail past Loch Eileen and across the ridgelines of Icicle Ridge.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1989 Map of Lake Wenatchee
    1989 Map of Lake Wenatchee
    1989 Lake Wenatchee
    1989 Print · USGS
    Chelan County in the late eighties shows a landscape of deep alpine lakes and vital transport corridors. Researchers can trace the Burlington Northern railroad through Merritt or locate recreational landmarks like Camp Zanika Lache and Glacier View Campground.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1989 Map of Liberty
    1989 Map of Liberty
    1989 Liberty
    1989 Print · USGS
    The high country of Kittitas County is seen here in the late eighties, just as recreational and mining interests converged in the Wenatchee Mountains. Researchers can locate specific prospect sites and strip mines near the settlement of Liberty or trace routes through Blewett Pass.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1989 Map of Blewett
    1989 Map of Blewett
    1989 Blewett
    1989 Print · USGS
    The mountain terrain of the Cascades near the Chelan and Kittitas border is documented here in the late eighties. Researchers can trace the winding route of U.S. 97 past the settlement at Blewett or locate high-country landmarks like Iron Mountain and Snow Lakes.
    2 unique versions available
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