1960s Maps of Whatcom County, Washington

1. 1962 Map of Concrete

   

   1962 Concrete

   1962 Print · USGS

   The Northern Cascades in the early sixties reveal a landscape of high alpine peaks and deep river valleys before the modern park era. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-and-river towns like Concrete, Darrington, and Stehekin, alongside industry at the Holden Mine.

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4. 1963 Map of Azurite Peak, 1964 Print

   

   1963 Azurite Peak

   1964 Print · USGS

   The North Cascades high country appears in the early sixties at a peak of alpine mining and forest management. Geologists and historians can trace the foundations of the Azurite Mine, the Gold Hill Mine, and the route of the Cascade Crest Trail.

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7. 1963 Map of Slate Peak, 1964 Print

   

   1963 Slate Peak

   1964 Print · USGS

   The high Cascades of Okanogan County are captured here during the early 1960s, showcasing a landscape of remote mines and forest service outposts. Genealogists and researchers can locate historic mining sites like Goat Mine and base camps such as Deer Park Camp or Harts Pass Guard Station.

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10. 1963 Map of Crater Mountain, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Crater Mountain

    1965 Print · USGS

    The North Cascades in the early sixties are documented here through high-altitude topography and vital forest infrastructure. You can trace the Cascade Crest Trail past the Granite Creek Guard Station or locate remote lookouts atop Crater Mountain.

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13. 1963 Map of Diablo Dam, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Diablo Dam

    1965 Print · USGS

    Hydro-electric development in the North Cascades reached a peak in the early sixties as industrial outposts like Diablo and Newhalem hummed with activity. Trace the infrastructure of the Skagit River project from the Diablo Dam to the ice of the Neve Glacier.

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16. 1963 Map of Ross Dam, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Ross Dam

    1965 Print · USGS

    The Skagit River canyon was undergoing significant transformation in the 1960s as these massive hydroelectric projects matured within the North Cascades. Researchers can trace the early infrastructure of Ross Dam and locate seasonal landmarks like Diablo Lake Resort, Buster Brown Flats, and the Ross Lake Guard Station.

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19. 1969 Map of Skagit Peak, 1972 Print

    

    1969 Skagit Peak

    1972 Print · USGS

    The North Cascades along the Canadian border are captured in the late sixties, showing the rugged backcountry just as new wilderness protections were established. Hikers and historians can trace the network of Pack Trail routes connecting remote outposts like Nightmare Camp, Deer Lick Cabin, and Little Fish Shelter.

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22. 1969 Map of Mt Prophet, 1973 Print

    

    1969 Mt Prophet

    1973 Print · USGS

    The North Cascades wilderness is captured here in the late sixties as the newly established national park took shape. Explorers and researchers can trace the high-country Pack Trail system to remote camps like Beaver Pass Shelter and Tenmile Shelter.

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25. 1969 Map of Pasayten Peak, 1973 Print

    

    1969 Pasayten Peak

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Okanogan wilderness in the late sixties remained a primitive landscape of high-mountain passes and remote mining claims. Hikers and historians can trace early routes along the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail or locate the mines near Indiana Basin.

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28. 1969 Map of Jack Mtn, 1973 Print

    

    1969 Jack Mtn

    1973 Print · USGS

    The North Cascades high country appears in detail during the late sixties as new wilderness boundaries were established. Hikers and historians can trace the old Pack Trail through Dry Creek Pass and locate the remote Bear Skull Shelter.

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31. 1969 Map of Shull Mtn., 1973 Print

    

    1969 Shull Mtn.

    1973 Print · USGS

    The high mountain passes of Whatcom County are captured here in the late sixties, just as the wilderness was being formally preserved. Trace the path of the Pacific Crest Scenic Trail and locate remote landmarks like the Devils Park Shelter and Shull Lake.

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34. 1969 Map of Pumpkin Mtn., 1973 Print

    

    1969 Pumpkin Mtn.

    1973 Print · USGS

    The North Cascades wilderness is captured here in the late sixties, showcasing the vast Ross Lake reservoir and its surrounding parklands. Hikers and historians can trace old routes like the Pierce Mountain (Pack) Way or locate remote sites like Little Jerusalem Island and Spencer Camp.

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37. 1969 Map of Hozomeen Mtn, 1973 Print

    

    1969 Hozomeen Mtn

    1973 Print · USGS

    The high Cascades and the international border meet in the late sixties at the headwaters of the Skagit. Trace backcountry routes like the Desolation Lookout Trail, find the isolated Stromberg Cabin, or locate camp sites at Cat Island.

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40. 1969 Map of Mt Spickard, 1973 Print

    

    1969 Mt Spickard

    1973 Print · USGS

    High in the North Cascades during the late sixties, this survey documents the alpine environment along the Canadian border. Explorers and researchers can trace the Pack Trail to the Perry Creek Shelter or study the glacial terrain around Mount Spickard.

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