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1950s Maps of Whatcom County, Washington

Explore 28 historic maps of Whatcom County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Whatcom County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Whatcom County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Whatcom County, WA maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Wickersham, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Wickersham, 1953 Print
    1951 Wickersham
    1953 Print · USGS
    Skagit County in the early fifties shows a landscape of river-valley industry and timber outposts along the Skagit River. Genealogists and historians can locate the Northern State Hospital, trace the Cokedale Mine, and find rural centers like Samish School.
    3 unique versions available
  4. 1951 Map of Anacortes, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Anacortes, 1953 Print
    1951 Anacortes
    1953 Print · USGS
    The northern Puget Sound islands and the city of Anacortes are captured here in the early fifties during a period of steady coastal growth. Researchers can locate vanished landmarks and family roots at Eden Cem, Sinclair Sch, and the Lummi Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1951 Map of Van Zandt, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Van Zandt, 1953 Print
    1951 Van Zandt
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Nooksack River valley in the early fifties shows a bustling network of rail lines and timber-town outposts. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Heislers Ranch or locate the Welcome Grange and the Limestone Quarry near Kendall.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1952 Map of Lake Whatcom, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Lake Whatcom, 1953 Print
    1952 Lake Whatcom
    1953 Print · USGS
    Whatcom County in the early fifties showcases a landscape of timbered peaks and vital lakeside rail lines. Genealogists and historians can trace the Northern Pacific corridor through Blue Canyon and Park, or locate the State Trout Hatchery near the shores of Lake Whatcom.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1952 Map of Lake Shannon, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Lake Shannon, 1953 Print
    1952 Lake Shannon
    1953 Print · USGS
    Skagit County in the early fifties shows a rugged mountain landscape being transformed by hydroelectric power and the timber industry. You can trace the Great Northern rail line through Concrete or locate remote landmarks like the Morovitz Ranch and Faber Ferry.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1952 Map of Bertrand Creek, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Bertrand Creek, 1954 Print
    1952 Bertrand Creek
    1954 Print · USGS
    Northern Whatcom County comes alive in the early fifties, showing a landscape of river-bottom farms and rural parishes near the Canadian border. Researchers can locate the Enterprise Cem, Evergreen Community Church, and the winding banks of Bertrand Creek.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1952 Map of Lynden, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Lynden, 1954 Print
    1952 Lynden
    1954 Print · USGS
    The northern Whatcom County borderlands come to life in the early fifties, showing the agricultural heart of the Lynden area and the North Prairie. Researchers can trace old family holdings near the Nooksack River and locate historic sites like the Indian Cemetery and Tenmile Grange.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1952 Map of Lawrence, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Lawrence, 1954 Print
    1952 Lawrence
    1954 Print · USGS
    Whatcom County in the early fifties is captured here during its transition from a rail-dependent rural valley to a modern highway network. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Agate Bay, the Grange Hall in Goshen, and the small settlement of Wahl.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1952 Map of Point Roberts, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Point Roberts, 1954 Print
    1952 Point Roberts
    1954 Print · USGS
    Point Roberts is captured here as a mid-century coastal exclave defined by its international border and maritime surroundings. Researchers can locate the Pt Roberts Lighthouse, the Northwest Grange, and seasonal settlements at Maple Beach and South Beach.
    5 unique versions available
  28. 1952 Map of Sumas, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Sumas, 1954 Print
    1952 Sumas
    1954 Print · USGS
    The northern border of Whatcom County comes into focus in the early fifties, showing the busy rail junction and international crossing at Sumas. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named roads like Halverstick Road and Zwashka Rd across a landscape dotted with rural landmarks like the Nooksack Valley High School.
    5 unique versions available
  31. 1952 Map of Mt. Baker, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Mt. Baker, 1954 Print
    1952 Mt. Baker
    1954 Print · USGS
    Mount Baker and the surrounding North Cascades are captured here in the early fifties, detailing a landscape defined by massive glaciers and deep river valleys. Researchers can locate remote sites like the Excelsior Mine, the Kulshan Cabin, and the old rail terminus at Warnick.
    4 unique versions available
  34. 1952 Map of Hamilton, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Hamilton, 1954 Print
    1952 Hamilton
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Skagit River valley was a bustling corridor of rail and river industry in the early fifties, anchored by the towns of Hamilton and Concrete. Genealogists and historians can trace the GREAT NORTHERN line through Birdsview, find the local High School, or locate the Cem and Dalles Bridge.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1952 Map of Birch Point, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Birch Point, 1954 Print
    1952 Birch Point
    1954 Print · USGS
    The northwestern tip of Washington state appears here in the early fifties, showing the coastal interface of the Strait of Georgia and Drayton Harbor. Researchers can trace the development of Semiahmoo, explore the rural roads leading to Cottonwood Beach, and locate family landmarks along Birch Point Rd.
    5 unique versions available
  40. 1952 Map of Ferndale, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Ferndale, 1957 Print
    1952 Ferndale
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Whatcom County is captured here in the early fifties as the delta landscape of the Nooksack River meets the growing outskirts of Bellingham. Researchers can trace old property lines near Ferndale, locate the Lummi Sch on the reservation, or find the Drive-in Theater along the highway.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1952 Map of Lummi Bay, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Lummi Bay, 1957 Print
    1952 Lummi Bay
    1957 Print · USGS
    The coastal Lummi Indian Reservation meets the Strait of Georgia in the early fifties, showing a landscape of river flats and rising uplands. Trace family homesteads along Mt View Road or explore the mid-century shoreline at Neptune Beach and Sandy Point.
    4 unique versions available
  46. 1952 Map of Blaine, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Blaine, 1957 Print
    1952 Blaine
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Washington coast met the Canadian border in the early fifties at this busy international crossing and rural farming district. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Kickerville, the Whitehorn School, and community hubs like the Haynie Grange.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1952 Map of Blaine, 1960 Print
    1952 Map of Blaine, 1960 Print
    1952 Blaine
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal Whatcom County is shown in the early fifties, from the international border at Blaine down to the Lummi Indian Reservation. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural schoolhouses like Whitehorn School, find family plots at Kulshan Cem, or locate the old Haynie Grange and Birch Bay Circle Grange.
  52. 1953 Map of Mt Shuksan, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Mt Shuksan, 1955 Print
    1953 Mt Shuksan
    1955 Print · USGS
    In the early 1950s, the North Cascades supported a blend of active mining and growing mountain tourism along the Canadian border. Trace the locations of the Red Mountain Mine, stay at the Mt Baker Lodge, or find the remote Baker Hot Spr.
    4 unique versions available
  55. 1953 Map of Marblemount, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Marblemount, 1955 Print
    1953 Marblemount
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Skagit River valley in the mid-fifties shows a landscape defined by hydropower logistics and the North Cascades wilderness. You can trace the City of Seattle Railway past Newhalem or locate the Skagit Talc Mine near Marblemount.
    3 unique versions available
  58. 1953 Map of Mt Challenger, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Mt Challenger, 1955 Print
    1953 Mt Challenger
    1955 Print · USGS
    Mount Baker National Forest in the early fifties shows a high-country landscape of glaciated peaks and remote ranger infrastructure. Trace the early trails and find the locations of backcountry refuges like Little Chilliwack Shelter, U S Cabin, and the abandoned Lookout.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1954 Map of Bellingham North, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of Bellingham North, 1957 Print
    1954 Bellingham North
    1957 Print · USGS
    Bellingham and its northern hinterlands are captured here during a period of steady mid-century growth. Researchers can trace the waterfront's industrial footprint at Larson Mill, locate family plots at Bayview Cemetery, or explore the early neighborhoods of Silver Beach.
    5 unique versions available
  64. 1954 Map of Bellingham South, 1959 Print
    1954 Map of Bellingham South, 1959 Print
    1954 Bellingham South
    1959 Print · USGS
    Coastal Whatcom County is captured mid-century as the city expands toward the wooded heights. Genealogists and historians can trace institutional roots at Western Washington College and find early school sites like Lowell School and Larrabee School.
    4 unique versions available
  67. 1954 Map of Lynden, 1960 Print
    1954 Map of Lynden, 1960 Print
    1954 Lynden
    1960 Print · USGS
    Whatcom County in the mid-fifties is captured here as a landscape of river-valley farming and border commerce. Genealogists can trace family names and sites across Lynden Cemetery, the Northwood Church, and old school sites like Harmony School.
    3 unique versions available
  70. 1954 Map of Samish Lake, 1960 Print
    1954 Map of Samish Lake, 1960 Print
    1954 Samish Lake
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal Skagit and Whatcom Counties are captured here in the mid-fifties as rural settlements like Garden of Eden and Blue Canyon thrived alongside the growing college town of Bellingham. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Belfast Sch, the Silver Run Grange Hall, and the Pierson Sch.
  73. 1955 Map of Concrete, 1967 Print
    1955 Map of Concrete, 1967 Print
    1955 Concrete
    1967 Print · USGS
    The North Cascades in the mid-fifties reveal a landscape of deep glacier-fed lakes and riverside timber towns. You can trace the Great Northern rail lines through Granite Falls or locate remote outposts like Stehekin and Marblemount along the Skagit and Chelan waters.
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