1970s Maps of Skagit County, Washington

1. 1973 Map of Hamilton, 1974 Print

   

   1973 Hamilton

   1974 Print · USGS

   The Skagit River valley in the early fifties shows a bustling industrial corridor shaped by rail and timber. Researchers can trace the Northern Great Railway through Hamilton, find the old High School in Concrete, or locate the Birdsview Siding.

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4. 1973 Map of Cypress Island, 1977 Print

   

   1973 Cypress Island

   1977 Print · USGS

   The northern San Juan Islands are captured in the early 1970s, from the rugged interior of Cypress Island to the growing docks of Anacortes. Researchers can trace the layout of small settlements like Urban and Indian Village or locate local landmarks such as Eden Cem and the Sinclair Island Light.

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7. 1973 Map of Anacortes North, 1977 Print

   

   1973 Anacortes North

   1977 Print · USGS

   Coastal Skagit County appears in the early 1970s as a landscape of interconnected islands, bays, and growing maritime infrastructure. Genealogists and local historians can trace the roads of Guemes Island, find Eden Cem, and explore the northern reaches of Anacortes near Cap Sante.

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10. 1973 Map of Blakely Island, 1977 Print

    

    1973 Blakely Island

    1977 Print · USGS

    The central San Juan Islands come into focus in the early seventies, showing a maritime landscape of isolated settlements and protected wilderness. Local historians can trace the early footprints of Thatcher and Decatur, alongside landmarks like Blakely Peak and Spencer Spit State Park.

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13. 1975 Map of Bellingham, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Bellingham

    1977 Print · USGS

    Northwest Washington in the mid-seventies is captured here, from the Canadian border at Blaine to the San Juan Islands. Researchers can trace tribal lands on the Lummi Indian Reservation, find rural settlements like Cokedale, or follow the Burlington Northern rail lines.

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16. 1975 Map of Port Townsend, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Port Townsend

    1977 Print · USGS

    The northern Puget Sound in the mid-seventies shows a landscape of military readiness and maritime industry. Researchers can trace the extensive Whidbey Island Naval Air Station or locate historic coastal defenses at Fort Casey Military Res and Fort Ebey Military Res.

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19. 1977 Map of Eliza Island

    

    1977 Eliza Island

    1977 Print · USGS

    The Bellingham waterfront and neighboring islands are captured in the late seventies as the city expanded southward. Researchers can trace the Burlington Northern tracks along the coast and locate local landmarks like Fairhaven Middle Sch and the secluded shoreline of Eliza Island.

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22. 1977 Map of Crescent Harbor, 1978 Print

    

    1977 Crescent Harbor

    1978 Print · USGS

    Whidbey Island and the northern tip of Camano Island are shown during the late seventies, a time of significant naval presence and rural development. Researchers can trace land use through family-named routes like Elstad Way and locate the sprawling U S Naval Air Station and Maple Grove Beach.

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25. 1978 Map of Lummi Island

    

    1978 Lummi Island

    1978 Print · USGS

    Lummi Island and the surrounding waters of the Rosario Strait are captured in the late seventies, showing a landscape of coastal settlements and rugged topography. Researchers can trace land use through the Loganita Lodge grounds, the Cem near Lovers Bluff, and the tidal flats of The Portage.

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28. 1978 Map of Anacortes South, 1979 Print

    

    1978 Anacortes South

    1979 Print · USGS

    Skagit County's coastal landscape appears in transition during the late seventies, balancing heavy industry with island recreation. Researchers can trace the boundaries of the Swinomish Ind Res Bdy and locate local landmarks like Summit Hall, Fidalgo Sch, and the Drive-in Theater.

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31. 1978 Map of Deception Pass, 1986 Print

    

    1978 Deception Pass

    1986 Print · USGS

    The islands of Fidalgo and Whidbey meet at the turbulent waters of Deception Pass during the late seventies. Researchers can trace local landmarks like the Cemetery, Mt Erie, and the coastal Coast Guard Res.

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34. 1979 Map of Mt. Baker, 1980 Print

    

    1979 Mt. Baker

    1980 Print · USGS

    The North Cascades in the late 1970s are defined here by high-altitude glaciers and the industrial river valleys of the Skagit. Researchers can trace the rail corridors of the Burlington Northern Railroad and locate mining history at Red Mountain Mine and Silver Lake Mine.

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