Old Maps of Kiana, Alaska for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 4 historic maps of Kiana. 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 Kiana.


Kiana, AK maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Selawik
    1951 Map of Selawik
    1951 Selawik
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Arctic landscape of the early 1950s unfolds across this survey of the Kobuk River delta and the vast inland waters. Researchers can trace remote outposts and infrastructure like the Okok Trading Post, Reindeer Station, and several Winter Trails.

  2. 1955 Map of Selawik D-3, 1968 Print
    1955 Map of Selawik D-3, 1968 Print
    1955 Selawik D-3
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Kiana region at the mid-century shows a remote Arctic landscape where the Kobuk River meets the Squirrel River. Researchers can trace early aviation and wilderness routes through the Landing Strip and the lengthy Winter Trail.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1957 Map of Selawik, 1961 Print
    1957 Map of Selawik, 1961 Print
    1957 Selawik
    1961 Print · USGS
    Northwest Arctic Alaska in the late fifties reveals a vast network of delta channels and isolated outposts above the Arctic Circle. Genealogists and historians can trace traditional locations like Noorvik and Kiana or remote landmarks such as the Reindeer Corral Cabin.
    7 unique versions available

  4. 2015 Map of Selawik D-3 NW, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Selawik D-3 NW, 2015 Print
    2015 Selawik D-3 NW
    2015 Print · USGS
    Kiana and the Kobuk River valley are documented here in the mid-2010s, showing the intersection of river transport and aviation. Researchers can trace the town layout and local routes like Taylor Road near the Bob Baker Memorial Airport.

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