Old Maps of Columbia, Bellingham for Hiking & Exploration

Hike through history with 11 historic maps of Columbia. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.

  • Rediscover forgotten places: Map out old mining camps, roads, and footpaths that no longer exist on modern maps.
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Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of Columbia.


Columbia, Bellingham maps

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  1. 1906 Map of Sumas, 1958 Print
    1906 Map of Sumas, 1958 Print
    1906 Sumas
    1958 Print · USGS
    Whatcom County's northern borderlands are shown in great detail during the early twentieth century, from the international line down to the growing city of Bellingham. Genealogists and historians can trace early school sites like Gerry School, local industry at Larsens Mill, and the path of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific RR.

  2. 1907 Map of Blaine
    1907 Map of Blaine
    1907 Blaine
    1907 Print · USGS
    Northwest Washington at the dawn of the twentieth century is defined here by the international border and the arrival of the rails. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layouts of Blaine, Ferndale, and Semiahmoo, alongside the Great Northern RR and the Lummi Indian Reservation.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1908 Map of Sumas
    1908 Map of Sumas
    1908 Sumas
    1908 Print · USGS
    Northern Whatcom County comes into focus in the early twentieth century as a bustling network of river towns and timber rails. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through sites like Larsens Mill, Geary School, and old stops along the B B and B C R R.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 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

  5. 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.

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 1957 Map of Victoria, 1960 Print
    1957 Map of Victoria, 1960 Print
    1957 Victoria
    1960 Print · USGS
    The San Juan Islands and the North Cascades coastline are shown in detail during the late fifties, a period of significant military and industrial presence. Researchers can trace historic rail lines like the Great Northern or locate sites such as the Whidbey Island Naval Air Sta and Friday Harbor.
    4 unique versions available

  9. 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.

  10. 2023 Map of Ferndale, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Ferndale, 2023 Print
    2023 Ferndale
    2023 Print · USGS
    Coastal Washington at the start of the 2020s shows a dynamic landscape where the Nooksack River meets the industrial and residential growth of Bellingham. Researchers can trace the modern development of Ferndale and locate significant local landmarks like Northwest Indian College and the BNSF Railway corridor.

  11. 2023 Map of Bellingham North, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Bellingham North, 2023 Print
    2023 Bellingham North
    2023 Print · USGS
    Bellingham and its northern hinterlands are captured in this recent survey, showcasing the city's growth from the bay to the mountains. Genealogists and researchers can trace local roots through Bayview Cem, the rural settlement of Laurel, and the industrial heritage of Larson Mill.

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