Old Maps of Herring Cove, Alaska for Metal Detecting

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

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Herring Cove, AK maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Ketchikan, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Ketchikan, 1953 Print
    1952 Ketchikan
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Ketchikan region of Southeast Alaska is mapped here in the early fifties, documenting the remote settlements and deep-water inlets of the southern panhandle. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Ketchikan, Metlakatla, and Saxman alongside lonely backcountry cabins.
    4 unique versions available

  2. 1954 Map of Ketchikan B-5, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Ketchikan B-5, 1955 Print
    1954 Ketchikan B-5
    1955 Print · USGS
    Coastal life in the mid-fifties is captured here, centered on the busy waterways of the Tongass Narrows. Researchers can locate the Mahoney Mine, the historic Bayview Cem, and early industrial sites like the Cannery.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1955 Map of Ketchikan, 1966 Print
    1955 Map of Ketchikan, 1966 Print
    1955 Ketchikan
    1966 Print · USGS
    Southeast Alaska’s maritime character is captured in the mid-fifties, showing the vital waterways and remote outposts of the Alexander Archipelago. Researchers can trace the waterfronts of Ketchikan and Metlakatla or locate isolated spots like Hyder and Loring.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1955 Map of Ketchikan B-5, 1971 Print
    1955 Map of Ketchikan B-5, 1971 Print
    1955 Ketchikan B-5
    1971 Print · USGS
    Southeast Alaska’s maritime character is on full display in the mid-fifties, centered on the busy waterfronts of Ketchikan and Saxman. Researchers can trace the era’s industry and community through the Mahoney Mine, China Town, and the Beaver Falls Power House.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1991 Map of Ketchikan B-5 SW
    1991 Map of Ketchikan B-5 SW
    1991 Ketchikan B-5 SW
    1991 Print · USGS
    The maritime gateway of Ketchikan and the neighboring community of Saxman are captured here during the 1990s. Researchers can trace the waterfront infrastructure of Ketchikan Harbor and historic locations like China Town on Annette Island.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1994 Map of Ketchikan B-5, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Ketchikan B-5, 1998 Print
    1994 Ketchikan B-5
    1998 Print · USGS
    The Ketchikan waterfront and neighboring Saxman are captured here in the mid-nineties, showing a coastline defined by maritime industry and indigenous heritage. Researchers can trace the development of China Town on Annette Island or locate the site of the Mahoney Mine.

  7. 2017 Map of Ketchikan B-5 SW, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Ketchikan B-5 SW, 2017 Print
    2017 Ketchikan B-5 SW
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Herring Cove, including Ketchikan, Saxman, and other nearby areas

  8. 2021 Map of Ketchikan B-5 SW, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Ketchikan B-5 SW, 2021 Print
    2021 Ketchikan B-5 SW
    2021 Print · USGS
    Coastal Alaska's maritime gateway is documented here in the early 2020s, showing the intricate relationship between the shoreline and the steep mountain terrain. Researchers can trace local development from Ketchikan to Saxman, locating landmarks like Bayview Cem and the northern reaches of the Annette Island Reserve.

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