Old Maps of Twin Peaks, Matanuska-Susitna for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 9 historic maps of Twin Peaks. 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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  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
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Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Twin Peaks.


Twin Peaks, Matanuska-Susitna maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Anchorage
    1951 Map of Anchorage
    1951 Anchorage
    1951 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Anchorage and the Matanuska Valley are seen here during a period of rapid strategic growth. Trace the development of Fort Richardson, early rail stops at Wasilla, and established mining operations like the Independence Mine or Premier Mine.
    4 unique versions available

  2. 1960 Map of Anchorage B-6, 1961 Print
    1960 Map of Anchorage B-6, 1961 Print
    1960 Anchorage B-6
    1961 Print · USGS
    Alaska's Chugach mountain valleys come into focus in the early sixties as hydroelectric and transport infrastructure began to shape the region. Trace the historic route of the Alaska Railroad past the Eklutna Powerhouse and up to Eklutna Lake.
    5 unique versions available

  3. 1962 Map of Anchorage, 1966 Print
    1962 Map of Anchorage, 1966 Print
    1962 Anchorage
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Anchorage bowl and Matanuska Valley appear in this mid-century survey during a period of significant military and industrial expansion. Researchers can trace the Alaska Railroad through Sutton and Jonesville or locate historic stops like Meekins Roadhouse and the Watertower Inn.
    6 unique versions available

  4. 1979 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW
    1979 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW
    1979 Anchorage B-6 NW
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Matanuska-Susitna region in the late seventies is shown here as a vital corridor for transportation and energy between the peaks and the river. Trace the old routes of The Alaska Railroad and the Glenn Highway past Eklutna Powerhouse toward Eklutna Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1979 Map of Anchorage, 1980 Print
    1979 Map of Anchorage, 1980 Print
    1979 Anchorage
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Anchorage bowl and Matanuska Valley appear in the late seventies as the region's transportation and military infrastructure matured. Genealogists and historians can trace rail and road evolution through Wasilla, the Matanuska Branch line, and Jonesville.

  6. 1994 Map of Anchorage B-6, 2002 Print
    1994 Map of Anchorage B-6, 2002 Print
    1994 Anchorage B-6
    2002 Print · USGS
    The northern Chugach wilderness meets modern infrastructure in this mid-century survey of the Chugach and Matanuska-Susitna boundary. Trace the vital water and power systems of Eklutna Lake, including the Eklutna Dam, Eklutna Powerhouse, and the Bold Airport.

  7. 2016 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW, 2016 Print
    2016 Anchorage B-6 NW
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Twin Peaks, including Matanuska-Susitna, Anchorage, and other nearby areas

  8. 2021 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW, 2021 Print
    2021 Anchorage B-6 NW
    2021 Print · USGS
    Covers Twin Peaks, including Matanuska-Susitna, Anchorage, and other nearby areas

  9. 2023 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Anchorage B-6 NW, 2023 Print
    2023 Anchorage B-6 NW
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Matanuska-Susitna and Anchorage border region is captured here in the early twenty-first century as it meets the northern wilderness. Researchers and hikers can trace the paths around Eklutna Lake or locate commemorative high points like Mt POW/MIA and Gold Star Peak.

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