Old Maps of Peñuelas for Metal Detecting
Plan your next treasure hunt with 52 historic maps of Peñuelas. 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 Peñuelas.
Peñuelas maps
(52)- 1946 Map of Punta Cuchara1946 Punta Cuchara1946 Print · USGSThe southern coast of Puerto Rico appears here during the mid-1940s, showing the vital maritime and rail corridors near Ponce. Researchers can locate the American Railroad line and trace agricultural estates like Hacienda Matilde or the old Faro on Cayo Cardona.3 unique versions available
- 1946 Map of Yauco1946 Yauco1946 Print · USGSSouthern Puerto Rico in the 1940s reveals a landscape of industrial sugar mills and high-altitude coffee haciendas. Genealogists and historians can locate specific family-named estates like Hacienda Catalina or trace the rural schools such as the Escuela Segunda Unidad de Santo Domingo and the infrastructure around Central Rufina.3 unique versions available
- 1946 Map of Monte Guilarte1946 Monte Guilarte1946 Print · USGSThe mountain interior of Puerto Rico near Adjuntas is captured here in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by traditional plantation estates. Researchers can trace dozens of family-named sites like Hacienda Juanita and Hacienda Rosario or locate local landmarks like the Iglesia Monserrate.3 unique versions available
- 1946 Map of Punta Verraco1946 Punta Verraco1946 Print · USGSThe southwestern coast of Puerto Rico is mapped in the mid-1940s, highlighting the intersection of the sugar industry and the sea. Researchers can trace the Porto Rico RR as it passes Central San Francisco and the hills of the Bosque Insular de Guánica y Guayanilla.3 unique versions available
- 1946 Map of Penuelas1946 Penuelas1946 Print · USGSSouthern Puerto Rico was a landscape of traditional haciendas and emerging hydroelectric power in the years following the war. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named estates like Hacienda Dolores and the path of the American Railroad of P. R.3 unique versions available
- 1946 Map of Adjuntas1946 Adjuntas1946 Print · USGSAdjuntas and the surrounding central highlands are captured here in the mid-forties, showing a landscape defined by coffee and sugar estates. Researchers can trace the heritage of specific estates like Hacienda Jauca and Hacienda El Progreso or locate mountain landmarks such as Cerro El Gigante.2 unique versions available
- 1947 Map of Yauco NE1947 Yauco NE1947 Print · USGSThe mountain interior of Guayanilla and Yauco is captured here during the late 1940s, showing a landscape defined by traditional haciendas and steep ridges. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots around Hacienda Catalina, Hacienda Mogote, and the Escuela Segunda Unidad de Santo Domingo.
- 1947 Map of Punta Gughara NE1947 Punta Gughara NE1947 Print · USGSThe southern coast of Puerto Rico is captured here in the late 1940s, showing the agricultural and maritime character of the area around Ponce. Researchers can trace the layout of Hacienda Matilde, locate the coastal Faro, and explore the wetlands of Laguna de las Salinas.
- 1947 Map of Yauco SE1947 Yauco SE1947 Print · USGSCoastal Guayanilla in the mid-1940s shows a vibrant landscape defined by the sugar industry and the sea. Researchers can trace the rail corridor of the American Railroad Company of Porto Rico and locate sites like Central Rufina or the shoreline Playa de Guayanilla.
- 1947 Map of Penuelas NE1947 Penuelas NE1947 Print · USGSThe rural highlands of Ponce and Peñuelas are captured here in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape of deep valleys and mountain estates. Researchers can trace local heritage through the Escuela Segunda Unidad de Corral Viejo and family-named lands like Hacienda Burenes.
- 1947 Map of Adjuntas SO1947 Adjuntas SO1947 Print · USGSThe mountain town of Adjuntas and the high peaks of the Cordillera Central are shown here in the late 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace old property lines along the Río Grande de Arecibo or locate landmarks like the Adjuntas Chimney and Lago Garzas.
- 1947 Map of Punta Verraco NE1947 Punta Verraco NE1947 Print · USGSThe southern coast of Puerto Rico appears here in the late 1940s, highlighting the natural harbor and coastal points of Guayanilla. Researchers can trace the original shoreline and landmarks like Punta Verraco, Cerro Toro, and the mouth of the Río Yauco.
- 1947 Map of Penuelas NO1947 Penuelas NO1947 Print · USGSThe high peaks of the Puerto Rican interior are captured here in the late 1940s as hydroelectric power transformed the region. Researchers can trace the early energy grid at Salto Garzas or locate family roots in mountain communities like Mata de Plátano.
- 1947 Map of Monte Guilarte SE1947 Monte Guilarte SE1947 Print · USGSCentral Puerto Rico’s coffee-growing highlands come into focus in the late 1940s, showing the intersection of several mountain municipios. Genealogists and historians can trace family estates like Hacienda Esperanza and Hacienda Pietri near Monte Guilarte.
- 1947 Map of Penuelas SO1947 Penuelas SO1947 Print · USGSThe southern coast of Puerto Rico appears here in the mid-forties, showing the transition from steep highlands to coastal sugar lands. Researchers can trace the American Railroad of Porto Rico as it passes near Hacienda Dolores and the settlement of Tallaboa.
- 1947 Map of Punta Gughara NO1947 Punta Gughara NO1947 Print · USGSThe southern coast of Puerto Rico during the 1940s is captured here, showing the intricate shoreline and offshore islands. Local history enthusiasts can locate coastal landmarks like Cayo Caribe and the mouth of the Rio Tallaboa near Peñon de Ponce.
- 1947 Map of Penuelas SE1947 Penuelas SE1947 Print · USGSCoastal and highland Puerto Rico meet in the 1940s near the western edge of Ponce and the Peñuelas border. Researchers can trace the legacy of the American Railroad and find landmarks like the Escuela Industrial de Niñas.
- 1952 Map of Punta Cuchara1952 Punta Cuchara1952 Print · USGSThe southern coast of Puerto Rico appears here at mid-century as a landscape of coastal railroads and colonial estates. Local historians can trace the Porto Rico American Railroad and identify old sites like Hacienda Matilde and Tallaboa Poniente.2 unique versions available
- 1952 Map of Monte Guilarte, 1953 Print1952 Monte Guilarte1953 Print · USGSThe Cordillera Central mountains of Puerto Rico are mapped here in the early fifties during a period of robust rural agricultural life. Genealogists and historians can trace dozens of family estates, including Hacienda Indiera, Hacienda Balerosa, and the Hospital General de Castaner.2 unique versions available
- 1952 Map of Penuelas, 1953 Print1952 Penuelas1953 Print · USGSPeñuelas and the southern foothills of the Cordillera Central are captured here in the early fifties during a period of industrial growth. You can trace the American Railroad of Porto Rico and locate historic estates like Hacienda Oliva and Hacienda Burenes.2 unique versions available
- 1952 Map of Yauco, 1953 Print1952 Yauco1953 Print · USGSCoastal and mountain life in southern Puerto Rico are captured here just after the mid-century, from the sugar mills to the high haciendas. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through named estates like Hacienda Mogote and the residential streets of Yauco.2 unique versions available
- 1952 Map of Punta Verraco, 1953 Print1952 Punta Verraco1953 Print · USGSGuayanilla and Yauco meet the Caribbean Sea in the early fifties, showing a coast defined by sugar production and conservation lands. Genealogists and historians can locate early communities like Parcelas Barrio Indio and trace the influence of Central San Francisco.2 unique versions available
- 1952 Map of Adjuntas, 1953 Print1952 Adjuntas1953 Print · USGSThe mountain municipality of Adjuntas is shown in the mid-fifties amidst its traditional agricultural barrios and coffee-growing haciendas. Genealogists and historians can locate specific family-named estates like Hacienda Artau and Hacienda El Progreso or old parish centers like Iglesia de San Patricio.2 unique versions available
- 1958 Map of Punta Verraco, 1960 Print1958 Punta Verraco1960 Print · USGSCoastal Guayanilla and its sugar industry are captured in the late 1950s, showing the intersection of maritime trade and rural life. Researchers can locate Central San Francisco, the Escuela Arturo Lluberas, and reefs like Arrecife Guayanilla.2 unique versions available
- 1958 Map of Penuelas, 1961 Print1958 Penuelas1961 Print · USGSSouthern Puerto Rico undergoes a mid-century industrial shift as mountain coffee lands meet coastal development. Genealogists and historians can trace family estates like Hacienda Dolores, old parish sites such as Iglesia San Marcus, and early infrastructure from the Refineria De Petroleo.
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