1957 Map of Orcas Island

About this map

Moran State Park dominates the eastern heights of Orcas Island, anchored by the massive bulk of Mount Constitution and the surrounding high-elevation waters of Mountain Lake and Twin Lakes. This 1957 revision of the earlier 1941 topography illustrates the complex archipelago of the San Juan Islands, where the landscape is defined by deep inlets like East Sound and West Sound. The map documents a mix of recreational and residential growth, featuring established retreats such as Buckhorn Lodge and Camp Orkila alongside older maritime settlements like Deer Harbor and Doe Bay. Beyond the main island, the map tracks smaller outposts and navigational landmarks including Patos Island with its light station at Alden Pt, the rocky shores of Sucia Island, and the agricultural patterns around Lopez and Port Stanley.