1953 Map of Camano

About this map

Camano Island and Whidbey Island face each other across the deep waters of Saratoga Passage in this mid-century survey. The shoreline of Camano is dotted with coastal settlements and recreational camps, including Indian Beach, Cama Beach, and Camp Grande, reflecting the area's development as a maritime retreat. At the southern end of the sheet, Camano Island State Park preserves the natural shoreline near Saratoga Shores. Across the water on Whidbey Island, the landscape transitions from the coastal Harrington Lagoon to the agricultural and military lands of Smith Prairie, which includes a portion of the Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. Small-scale infrastructure like the Radio Range Sta and Onamac Point Light highlight the era's reliance on localized maritime and aerial navigation aids along Admiralty Inlet.