1956 Map of Lake Stevens

About this map

The town of Lake Stevens and the surrounding Snohomish County landscape are defined by a mix of early timber-era settlements and burgeoning mid-century residential growth. This mid-1950s record shows the Northern Pacific railroad corridor connecting small communities like Getchell and Hartford, which served as historical junctions for the region's movement of goods and people. To the north, the South Fork Stillaguamish River cuts through the terrain near Riverside, while local landmarks like the Granville Grange and Community Hall at Sisco Heights reflect the area's strong agrarian and civic roots. The map captures a transition as lakeside recreation and youth forestry programs, such as the Paul Sevenich Boy Scout Camp, established a permanent presence alongside older rural schools like East Sunnyside Sch and Mt Pilchuck School.