Old Maps of The Ridge, Elmore County for Hiking & Exploration

Hike through history with 7 historic maps of The Ridge. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.

  • Rediscover forgotten places: Map out old mining camps, roads, and footpaths that no longer exist on modern maps.
  • Layer with modern tools: Combine with LiDAR or satellite views to plan hikes through historical terrain.
  • Made for exploration: Popular among hikers, overlanders, and local history lovers.

Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of The Ridge.


The Ridge, Elmore County maps

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  1. 1906 Map of Dadeville
    1906 Map of Dadeville
    1906 Dadeville
    1906 Print · USGS
    The Tallapoosa River valley is shown at the turn of the century, defined by its numerous river ferries and a burgeoning rail network. Genealogists can trace family roots through rural landmarks like Rocky Ridge Church, Mc Ritchie Mill, and the many river crossings including McCarty Ferry.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Phenix City
    1964 Print · USGS
    Post-war Alabama and Georgia meet along the Chattahoochee River as industry and military installations expand. Trace the rail lines of the Central of Georgia through towns like Opelika, Tuskegee, and Alexander City.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Phenix City
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands are captured here in the mid-fifties, centered on the bustling river crossing at Phenix City and Columbus. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of the Fort Benning Military Reservation or locate smaller textile and railroad towns like Langdale and Camp Hill.

  4. 1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Phenix City
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands thrive during the late fifties, anchored by the river-driven industry of Columbus and Phenix City. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Fort Benning, Auburn, and the textile towns of Fairfax and Lanett.

  5. 1971 Map of Red Hill, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Red Hill, 1973 Print
    1971 Red Hill
    1973 Print · USGS
    Elmore County's winding shoreline and river valley appear here in the early seventies, centered on the infrastructure of Martin Dam. Researchers can trace old rural communities and landmarks like Watson Chapel, Red Hill, and the lakeside Church in the Pines.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1981 Map of Opelika, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Opelika, 1982 Print
    1981 Opelika
    1982 Print · USGS
    East Alabama and West Georgia appear in the early 1980s as a region defined by massive river reservoirs and the storied textile corridor. Genealogists can trace family roots through the valley towns of Lanett and Fairfax or locate sites near Horseshoe Bend National Military Park.

  7. 2024 Map of Red Hill, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Red Hill, 2024 Print
    2024 Red Hill
    2024 Print · USGS
    Elmore and Tallapoosa counties are shown here as the modern Martin Lake landscape intersects with historic river crossings. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Prospect Cem and Lovejoy Cem or trace the old paths to McCarty Ferry.

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