Old Maps of Koror for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 8 historic maps of Koror. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Koror.


Koror maps

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  1. 1983 Map of Oreor, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Oreor, 1984 Print
    1983 Oreor
    1984 Print · USGS
    The islands of Palau are shown during a period of significant development in the early eighties. Researchers can trace the layout of traditional villages like Ngerkesoaol and Ngermid alongside the site of the Palau Airport.

  2. 1984 Map of Chelbacheb
    1984 Map of Chelbacheb
    1984 Chelbacheb
    1984 Print · USGS
    The limestone islands of the Palau archipelago are mapped here in the mid-eighties, revealing a complex network of reefs and lagoons. Researchers can chart the boundaries of the Ngerokeuid Wildlife Reservation Area or trace waterways like Klouel Toi and Toachel Belau.

  3. 1984 Map of Beliliou
    1984 Map of Beliliou
    1984 Beliliou
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Republic of Palau is captured in the mid-eighties, showing the detailed geography of the southern islands and coral reefs. Researchers can trace the topography of Bloody Nose Ridge and locate settlements like Kloulklubed and Ngeaur.

  4. 1998 Map of Chelbacheb North, 2004 Print
    1998 Map of Chelbacheb North, 2004 Print
    1998 Chelbacheb North
    2004 Print · USGS
    The northern Rock Islands of Palau are captured in exceptional detail during the late 1990s, showcasing a complex seascape of limestone karst and coral reefs. Researchers can trace traditional place names and coastal landmarks like Ngeruktabel, the Natural Arch, and Ulong.

  5. 1998 Map of Chelbacheb South, 2004 Print
    1998 Map of Chelbacheb South, 2004 Print
    1998 Chelbacheb South
    2004 Print · USGS
    The Chelbacheb or Rock Islands are documented here in the late nineties, showcasing the complex coral reef and limestone formations of Palau. Researchers can trace the protected waters of the Ngerukewid Islands Wildlife Preserve and landmarks like Eil Malk and Ngerechong.

  6. 1999 Map of Peleliu, 2004 Print
    1999 Map of Peleliu, 2004 Print
    1999 Peleliu
    2004 Print · USGS
    Peleliu and Angaur are mapped here during the late twentieth century, showing the enduring geography of these Pacific islands. Local historians can trace landmarks like Bloody Nose Ridge, the Historical Marker, and Our Lady of the Rosary Church.

  7. 2000 Map of Koror, 2004 Print
    2000 Map of Koror, 2004 Print
    2000 Koror
    2004 Print · USGS
    Koror and its surrounding islands appear at a peak of modern development at the turn of the century. Genealogists and researchers can trace local neighborhoods like Ngerbeched and Meyungs, or locate landmarks such as the National Hospital and the Cemetery.

  8. 2000 Map of Babeldaob South, 2004 Print
    2000 Map of Babeldaob South, 2004 Print
    2000 Babeldaob South
    2004 Print · USGS
    Babeldaob Island at the turn of the millennium reveals a traditional landscape of coastal villages and protected interior highlands. Researchers can trace the development of settlements like Melekeok and Airai, or locate local landmarks such as the Ngchesar School and the Ngeremeduu Conservation Area.

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