1955 Map of Truckee

About this map

Murphy Cabin (Site) and Graves Cabin (Site) mark the eastern edge of Donner Memorial State Park in this mid-century record of the Sierra Nevada. The terrain is defined by the high elevations of Bald Mtn and Lookout Mtn, with the Southern Pacific railroad and the Truckee River carving a vital transit corridor through the town of Truckee. The map captures the community during a phase of growth, showing newer developments like the Tahoe-Truckee HS and Tahoe Forest Hospital alongside older landmarks like the Joerger Ranch. Significant industrial and timber history is preserved through labels for the Old Schaeffer Mill (Site) and Old Schaeffer Camp (Site) near Martis Creek. Further north, the recently developed Prosser Creek Reservoir and the Truckee-Tahoe Airport illustrate the area's evolving role as a regional transportation and recreation hub.