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Old Maps of Tortolita, Arizona for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 16 historic maps of Tortolita. 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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Tortolita, AZ maps

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  1. 1934 Map of Tucson Mountains
    1934 Map of Tucson Mountains
    1934 Tucson Mountains
    1934 Print · USGS
    The desert northwest of Tucson comes into focus during the mid-1930s, showing the early footprints of the Papago Indian Reservation and the railroad corridor. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites and ranching outposts like Maisi Ayra Ranch, Rodriguez, and the Maish Roadside Mine.
  4. 1947 Map of Cortaro
    1947 Map of Cortaro
    1947 Cortaro
    1947 Print · USGS
    Pima County in the late 1940s showcases a desert landscape of ranching, mining, and expanding aviation infrastructure. Trace family ranching roots at Oasis Ranch or explore early aviation at the U S Army Landing Field and Silver Bell Airport.
  7. 1956 Map of Tucson, 1967 Print
    1956 Map of Tucson, 1967 Print
    1956 Tucson
    1967 Print · USGS
    Post-war Southern Arizona comes into focus as the copper and aviation industries expand around Tucson. Trace family roots in South Tucson or locate early mining sites like the San Manuel Mine and Silver Bell Mine near the Santa Cruz River.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1957 Map of Cortaro, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Cortaro, 1959 Print
    1957 Cortaro
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Santa Cruz Valley in the late fifties shows a landscape of developing irrigation and cattle ranching between mountain ranges. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named properties like T-Bench-Bar Ranch, local mining at Gila Monster Mine, and early school sites such as Laguna School.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1958 Map of Tucson
    1958 Map of Tucson
    1958 Tucson
    1958 Print · USGS
    Southern Arizona in the late fifties reveals a landscape of desert agriculture and rising military aviation. Trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific or locate the historic San Xavier Del Bac Mission and the Casa Grande Natl Mon.
  16. 1959 Map of Tucson
    1959 Map of Tucson
    1959 Tucson
    1959 Print · USGS
    Southern Arizona in the late fifties shows a landscape of military growth and desert industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the footprint of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and old mining sites like the San Manuel Mine near Mammoth.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1962 Map of Tucson
    1962 Map of Tucson
    1962 Tucson
    1962 Print · USGS
    Southern Arizona in the early sixties showcases a landscape defined by burgeoning desert cities and massive military installations. Researchers can trace tribal settlements like Schuchk, legacy mining sites at Silver Bell Mine, and the early footprint of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.
  22. 1964 Map of Tucson
    1964 Map of Tucson
    1964 Tucson
    1964 Print · USGS
    Southern Arizona in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of burgeoning desert cities and industrial-scale copper mining. Researchers can trace the development of Tucson and its outlying mining districts, including the Silver Bell Mine and San Manuel Mine.
  25. 1968 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 1969 Print
    1968 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 1969 Print
    1968 Ruelas Canyon
    1969 Print · USGS
    Arizona's desert ranching culture meets the expanding road networks of Pima County in the late sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named properties like Jurko Ranch and Oasis Ranch or follow the Southern Pacific railroad along the Santa Cruz River.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1992 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 1995 Print
    1992 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 1995 Print
    1992 Ruelas Canyon
    1995 Print · USGS
    The Pima County desert as it appeared in the early nineties shows the growing suburbs of Maraña meeting the rugged Tortolita Mountains. Local historians can trace old landmarks like the Cem near the Santa Cruz River and the rural Landing Strip out by Canada del Oro.
  31. 1994 Map of Silver Bell Mountains
    1994 Map of Silver Bell Mountains
    1994 Silver Bell Mountains
    1994 Print · USGS
    Southern Arizona in the mid-nineties shows a land of transition between desert wilderness, tribal lands, and the growing Tucson suburbs. Genealogists and historians can trace settlements like San Luis and Ko Vaya, or follow the industrial legacy of the Silver Bell Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1996 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2002 Print
    1996 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2002 Print
    1996 Ruelas Canyon
    2002 Print · USGS
    The northern Tucson periphery enters a period of significant suburban expansion in the late nineties. Trace the growth of Oro Valley and its surrounding desert parks, from the rugged heights of Tortolita Mountain Park to the banks of the Santa Cruz River.
  37. 2011 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2011 Print
    2011 Ruelas Canyon
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Tortolita, including Marana, Oro Valley, and other nearby areas
  40. 2014 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2014 Print
    2014 Ruelas Canyon
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Tortolita, including Marana, Oro Valley, and other nearby areas
  43. 2018 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2018 Print
    2018 Ruelas Canyon
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Tortolita, including Marana, Oro Valley, and other nearby areas
  46. 2021 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Ruelas Canyon, 2021 Print
    2021 Ruelas Canyon
    2021 Print · USGS
    The foothills of the Tortolita Mountains meet the expanding Tucson suburbs in the early 2020s. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Marana and Oro Valley alongside desert features like Ruelas Canyon and La Cholla Airpark.
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