1956 Map of Tulalip

About this map

The Tulalip Indian Reservation dominates this mid-century coastal survey, illustrating the complex shoreline of Snohomish County. The landscape is defined by the sheltered waters of Tulalip Bay and the broader reaches of Possession Sound and Port Susan. Along the western edge of the mainland, a string of coastal settlements including Tulare Beach, Spee-Bi-Dah, and Tulalip Shores trace the narrow strip of land between the wooded uplands and the water. Central to the map is the town of Tulalip, positioned near the Bulkhead and Docks that supported local maritime activity. Inland, the terrain is dotted with several small water bodies such as Weallup Lake and Mary Shelton Lake, while the southern portion of the map features the distinct silhouette of Gedney Island. This document captures the transition of the shoreline into a residential and recreational corridor just before more intensive modern development.