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1950s Maps of Apache County, Arizona

Explore 96 historic maps of Apache County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Apache County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Apache County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Apache County, AZ maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Dinnehotso, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Dinnehotso, 1954 Print
    1952 Dinnehotso
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high desert of the Navajo Nation comes to life in the early fifties, documenting a landscape of isolated trading posts and uranium-era mining. Locate family-named landmarks like Yazzie Mesa or trace the early workings at Monument No 2 Mine.
    3 unique versions available
  4. 1952 Map of Agathla Peak 1 NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Agathla Peak 1 NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Agathla Peak 1 NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high desert of the Navajo Nation comes to life in this mid-century survey of the iconic borderlands. Geologists and historians can trace the intricate terrain around Echo Cave Ruin and landmark spires like West Mitten Butte and the Totem Pole.
  7. 1952 Map of Agathla Peak 1 SE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Agathla Peak 1 SE, 1954 Print
    1952 Agathla Peak 1 SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Arizona and the high desert of the Navajo Nation are captured here in the early fifties. Local researchers can trace the course of Laguna Creek past Baby Rocks and across the Navajo Co and Apache Co line.
  10. 1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 NW, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 NW, 1954 Print
    1952 Setsiltso Springs 2 NW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high desert borderlands of the Arizona-Utah line appear here in the early fifties during an era of expanding resource extraction. Researchers can locate traditional Hogan sites and trace the industrial footprint of the Monument No 2 Mine near Cane Valley.
  13. 1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 SW, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 SW, 1954 Print
    1952 Setsiltso Springs 2 SW
    1954 Print · USGS
    Apache County land is documented here in the early fifties, showing the high-desert terrain of the Navajo Indian Reservation. Researchers can locate traditional Hogan dwellings and vital water sources like the Windmill and Laguna Creek.
  16. 1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 SE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 SE, 1954 Print
    1952 Setsiltso Springs 2 SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Nation in the early fifties reveals a landscape of traditional dwellings and vital water infrastructure along Laguna Creek. Trace the sites of Hogans, the community at Dinnehotso, and early water works including a Diversion Dam.
  19. 1952 Map of Agathla Peak, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Agathla Peak, 1954 Print
    1952 Agathla Peak
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high desert of the Navajo Nation is captured here in the early fifties, documenting a landscape of ancient ruins and iconic monoliths. Trace historical sites like Echo Cave Ruin and Goulding Well, or locate the towering Agathla Peak and Merrick Butte.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Setsiltso Springs 2 NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Setsiltso Springs 2 NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Arizona-Utah border on the Navajo Indian Reservation was captured in the early fifties before major developments reached this part of Cane Valley. Genealogists and historians can locate traditional Hogans and trace the paths of Sahotsoldbeazhe Creek and Comb Ridge.
  25. 1953 Map of Los Gigantes NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Los Gigantes NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Los Gigantes NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    Navajo Reservation lands in Apache County are captured here in the early fifties, documenting a landscape of high plateaus and vital waterways. Researchers can trace the path of Hasbidito Creek, locate the settlement at Cove, and identify specialized infrastructure like the tunnels.
  28. 1953 Map of Los Gigantes NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Los Gigantes NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Los Gigantes NW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Nation's intricate canyon country is captured in the early 1950s through precise topographic surveying. Geologists and researchers can trace the winding course of Hasbidito Creek and examine the vast, unnamed mesa formations within the Navajo Indian Reservation.
  31. 1953 Map of Redrock Valley NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Redrock Valley NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Redrock Valley NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high desert of the Navajo Indian Reservation comes alive in this early 1950s survey of the Four Corners borderlands. Researchers can trace the path of Red Rock Creek or locate isolated landmarks like the Emergency Landing Strip and Oak Spring.
  34. 1953 Map of Dinne Mesa NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Dinne Mesa NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Dinne Mesa NW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high desert of the Navajo Nation is captured here in the early 1950s, showing a landscape of mesas and vital water markers. Researchers can trace the proximity to the Red Mesa Trading Post and locate landmarks like the Windmill or Dry Mesa.
  37. 1953 Map of Pastora Peak SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Pastora Peak SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Pastora Peak SW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Nation's high mesas and peaks are documented in this early 1950s survey of Apache County. Researchers can trace the rugged topography around VABM Pastora Pk, Zilbetod Pk, and the expansive Toh-Chin-Lini Mesa.
  40. 1953 Map of Redrock Valley SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Redrock Valley SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Redrock Valley SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Nation high desert comes into focus during the early fifties, documenting a landscape shaped by geological landmarks and traditional trade. Researchers can locate remote centers like the Red Rock Trading Post, Red Rock School, and the distinctive The Thumb peak.
  43. 1953 Map of Redrock Valley SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Redrock Valley SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Redrock Valley SW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high plateau and mountain ranges of Apache County are captured here in the early fifties, showing the isolated outposts of the Navajo Indian Reservation. Researchers can trace the layout of the Cove School and locate the mountain-guarded Emergency Landing Strip and Natural Arch.
  46. 1953 Map of Pastora Peak NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Pastora Peak NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Pastora Peak NW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The northern slopes of the Carrizo Mountains meet the Arizona-Utah border in the early 1950s. Trace old desert infrastructure and landmarks like Cow Butte (Be-Aushi), Tistah Wash, and several isolated ranching sites marked by a Windmill or Dam 5476.
  49. 1953 Map of Dinne Mesa NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Dinne Mesa NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Dinne Mesa NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high desert of the Navajo Nation during the early fifties reveals a landscape of isolated outposts and early industrial prospecting. Local historians can locate the Red Mesa Trading Post and trace remote mining features like a Shaft and Tunnels.
  52. 1953 Map of Los Gigantes SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Los Gigantes SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Los Gigantes SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Nation in Apache County is captured here in the early fifties, showcasing a landscape defined by dramatic geological formations. Researchers can trace the rugged topography of Mexican Cry and the distinct plateaus of West Mesa and East Mesa.
  55. 1953 Map of Dinne Mesa SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Dinne Mesa SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Dinne Mesa SW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Nation high desert is captured here in the early fifties, showing the remote canyonlands of Apache County. Researchers can locate the Sweetwater Trading Post, Immanuel Mission, and family-named landmarks like Walker Butte.
  58. 1953 Map of Pastora Peak NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Pastora Peak NE, 1954 Print
    1953 Pastora Peak NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Four Corners region in the early fifties shows a landscape of remote trading posts and vital water sources at the intersection of four states. Researchers can locate the Teec Nos Pos Trading Post, trace the San Juan River, and identify the early Emergency Landing Strip.
  61. 1953 Map of Los Gigantes SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Los Gigantes SW, 1954 Print
    1953 Los Gigantes SW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Indian Reservation comes into focus during the early fifties, showing the remote settlement patterns of northeast Arizona. Researchers can locate the Round Rock Trading Post and trace water sources like Hasbidito Spring and Lukachukai Creek.
  64. 1953 Map of Redrock Valley NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Redrock Valley NW, 1954 Print
    1953 Redrock Valley NW
    1954 Print · USGS
    The northern Navajo lands in Apache County are captured here in the early fifties, documenting a high desert landscape of mesas and washes. Researchers can trace the drainage of Blackhorse Creek and Pyne Wash or study the topography of Cove Mesa.
  67. 1953 Map of Dinne Mesa SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Dinne Mesa SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Dinne Mesa SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    Apache County land within the Navajo Nation is documented here during the early fifties, showing a landscape of mesas and deep-cut canyons. Researchers can trace landforms like Black Rock Point (Tsitah) and the winding Seklaidesa Canyon.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1953 Map of Pastora Peak SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Pastora Peak SE, 1954 Print
    1953 Pastora Peak SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high-desert borderlands of Arizona and New Mexico appear in the early 1950s as a landscape of deep canyons and isolated outposts. Researchers can trace the rugged topography of Cottonwood Canyon and locate local landmarks like the Beclabito Trading Post.
  73. 1953 Map of Pastora Peak, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Pastora Peak, 1956 Print
    1953 Pastora Peak
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Navajo Nation high country is captured here during the mid-fifties, centered on the towering heights of the Carrizo Mountains. Researchers can locate early outposts and community hubs like Teec Nos Pos, the Carrizo Mission Sch, and Foutz Trading Post.
    2 unique versions available
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