1978 Map of Anacortes South

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Fidalgo Island and northern Whidbey Island are linked by the iconic Deception Pass in this late 1970s bathymetric-topographic study. The map captures the industrial and recreational character of the region, featuring the large Oil Refinery on March Point alongside natural landmarks like Mt Erie and Whistle Lake. Settlement patterns are concentrated around Anacortes in the north and small coastal communities like Similk Beach, Gibraltar, and Snee-oosh Beach further south. The Swinomish Indian Reservation occupies much of the eastern portion, bordered by the Swinomish Channel. Local history is visible in the presence of the Old Railroad Grade and the Burlington Northern line, reflecting the area's transport evolution. Cultural markers including St Marys Sch, Fern Hill Cem, and even a Drive-in Theater provide a detailed look at the social landscape of Skagit County during this era.