1970s Maps of Anacortes, Washington

Explore 6 historic maps of Anacortes from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Anacortes's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, 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 Anacortes's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.


Anacortes, WA maps

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  1. 1973 Map of Cypress Island, 1977 Print
    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.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1973 Map of Anacortes North, 1977 Print
    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.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1975 Map of Bellingham, 1977 Print
    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.

  4. 1975 Map of Port Townsend, 1977 Print
    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.

  5. 1978 Map of Anacortes South, 1979 Print
    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.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1978 Map of Deception Pass, 1986 Print
    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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