1975 Map of Redlands

About this map

Redlands is captured here during a period of significant mid-1970s development, shown through the detailed lens of an orthophotograph. The aerial perspective reveals a striking contrast between the organized city grid and the expansive, braided terrain of the Santa Ana Wash to the north. To the northwest, the strategic footprint of Norton Air Force Base is clearly visible, highlighting the region's historical military importance. The southern portion of the map is defined by the winding route of San Timoteo Canyon, where the natural topography begins to rise sharply away from the valley floor. This survey provides a rare visual record of the land use patterns during the 1970s, documenting how the built environment was increasingly encroaching upon the alluvial landscapes and traditional citrus groves typical of the San Bernardino Valley.