Old Maps of Emigrant Gap Acres, Placer County

Explore 14 old maps of Emigrant Gap Acres, spanning from 1891 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

What you can do with these maps:

  • See how Emigrant Gap Acres changed over time: Compare historical maps to modern-day views to trace roads, homesites, rail lines & more.
  • View detailed metadata: Each map includes creators, publishers, year, scale, and archive source.
  • Overlay maps with satellite & LiDAR: Visualize the past alongside modern tools to explore terrain & human change.
  • Trusted historical sources: Maps sourced from the USGS, Library of Congress, and other archives.
  • Access maps your way: View online, download high-res files, or order prints for personal or research use.

Start exploring old maps of Emigrant Gap Acres to uncover forgotten places, hidden landmarks, and the deep history beneath your feet.


Emigrant Gap Acres, Placer County maps

(14)
  1. 1891 Map of Colfax
    1891 Map of Colfax
    1891 Colfax
    1891 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Nevada foothills and high ridges of the Gold Country appear in this late nineteenth-century survey during a peak era of mining and rail expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace old hydraulic mining sites like Malakoff and mountain settlements such as North Bloomfield and Gold Run.

  2. 1892 Map of Colfax
    1892 Map of Colfax
    1892 Colfax
    1892 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Nevada foothills thrive with mining and rail activity in the 1890s as the gold industry matures. Genealogists and historians can trace old claims and communities like North Bloomfield, Alleghany, and the Alaska Mine along the Central Pacific Railroad.

  3. 1894 Map of Colfax
    1894 Map of Colfax
    1894 Colfax
    1894 Print · USGS
    The northern Sierra Nevada's mining heartland is mapped here during the late nineteenth-century gold boom. Researchers can trace the paths of the Central Pacific Railroad and locate historic claims like the Delhi Mine and Derbec Mine.

  4. 1898 Map of Colfax
    1898 Map of Colfax
    1898 Colfax
    1898 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Nevada gold fields come to life in the late nineteenth century as hydraulic mining reaches its peak. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early industrial footprint of the Malakoff Mine and settlements like Alleghany and North Bloomfield.

  5. 1900 Map of Colfax
    1900 Map of Colfax
    1900 Colfax
    1900 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Nevada foothills and high peaks are shown at the turn of the century as the mining economy and transcontinental rail travel reached their maturity. Researchers can trace historic industrial sites like the Alaska Mine, remote camps such as Moores Flat, and the path of the Southern Pacific RR.

  6. 1902 Map of Colfax
    1902 Map of Colfax
    1902 Colfax
    1902 Print · USGS
    Gold-rush towns and hydraulic mining sites define this portion of the Sierra Nevada at the turn of the century. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of North Bloomfield, locate the remote Alaska Mine, or follow the Southern Pacific through Emigrant Gap.
    7 unique versions available

  7. 1938 Map of Colfax
    1938 Map of Colfax
    1938 Colfax
    1938 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Nevada's gold and timber country comes into focus in the late 1930s, showing a landscape defined by deep river canyons and industrial high-country camps. Researchers can locate remote sites like the Sixteen to One Mine, the North Bloomfield Ranger Station, and vanished settlements like Lake City.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1955 Map of Blue Canyon, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Blue Canyon, 1957 Print
    1955 Blue Canyon
    1957 Print · USGS
    The high Sierra Nevada comes into focus in the mid-fifties, capturing the vital rail and water infrastructure of the Emigrant Gap region. Researchers can trace the Southern Pacific line past the Zeibright Mine and the old Blue Canyon post office.
    7 unique versions available

  9. 1955 Map of Emigrant Gap, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Emigrant Gap, 1957 Print
    1955 Emigrant Gap
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Nevada high country and its mid-century mining legacy come alive here, showing the transition from gold extraction to water and rail utility. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Graniteville, the Southern Pacific line, and sites like Baltimore Town.
    4 unique versions available

  10. 1958 Map of Chico, 1962 Print
    1958 Map of Chico, 1962 Print
    1958 Chico
    1962 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Northern California comes to life across the Central Valley and high Sierras as the postwar economy transformed the landscape. Trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR, locate family roots near Chico Cem, or explore the early layout of Paradise and Beale Air Force Base.
    4 unique versions available

  11. 1960 Map of Chico
    1960 Map of Chico
    1960 Chico
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Northern California high country and Sacramento Valley meet in this 1960s-era landscape of mining towns and river settlements. Trace the rail-and-water economy of the gold country through the Empire Mine, Beale Air Force Base, and the Western Pacific Railroad.

  12. 1977 Map of Truckee, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Truckee, 1978 Print
    1977 Truckee
    1978 Print · USGS
    The High Sierra and Lake Tahoe regions come into focus in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by massive reservoir projects and mountain transit. Genealogists and historians can trace the Southern Pacific rail line through Truckee or explore old mining districts near North Bloomfield and Colfax.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 2000 Map of Blue Canyon, 2003 Print
    2000 Map of Blue Canyon, 2003 Print
    2000 Blue Canyon
    2003 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Nevada crest near Nyack and Blue Canyon was a crucial gateway for pioneers and later the railroad. Local history researchers can trace the paths of the Overland Trail and Carpenter Overland Road alongside numerous mines like the Zeibright Mine.

  14. 2022 Map of Blue Canyon, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Blue Canyon, 2022 Print
    2022 Blue Canyon
    2022 Print · USGS
    The high Sierra ridges of Placer and Nevada Counties are captured here in modern detail, showing the historic crossing at Emigrant Gap. Researchers can trace the legacy of gold-era water systems and mountain settlements from Omega Cem to Blue Canyon.

End of results
Showing maps 1-14 of 14

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Emigrant Gap Acres?
  • What is the oldest map of Emigrant Gap Acres?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Emigrant Gap Acres for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Emigrant Gap Acres?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Emigrant Gap Acres?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Emigrant Gap Acres?
  • Where are historical maps of Emigrant Gap Acres sourced from?