1950s Maps of Boulder, Colorado
Explore 12 historic maps of Boulder 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 Boulder'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.
- See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
- Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
- View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.
Start exploring Boulder's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.
Boulder, CO maps
(12)- 1950 Map of Louisville, 1955 Print
1950 Louisville1955 Print · USGSThe Boulder Valley coal fields and irrigation networks are on full display in the mid-twentieth century. Researchers can trace dozens of mining sites like the Eldorado Mine, find the Superior Cemetery, and locate rural schools including Marshall Sch. - 1950 Map of Niwot, 1957 Print
1950 Niwot1957 Print · USGSThe Boulder Valley in the early fifties is captured here as a landscape of irrigation ditches, rural schoolhouses, and heavy industry. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like the Niwot Cemetery, the Batchelder School, and the industrial Fluorspar Mill near Valmont.4 unique versions available - 1951 Map of Niwot
1951 Niwot1951 Print · USGSBoulder County in the early fifties reveals a landscape shaped by irrigation ditches and the early industrial hub of Valmont. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous rural school sites like Niwot School and historic burial grounds including Valmont Cemetery. - 1953 Map of Denver, 1964 Print
1953 Denver1964 Print · USGSDenver and the Colorado Front Range are captured here during a decade of post-war growth and military expansion. Researchers can trace the sprawling rail lines of the Union Pacific, locate the State Capitol, and explore historic mountain mining hubs like Central City.6 unique versions available - 1954 Map of Greeley, 1966 Print
1954 Greeley1966 Print · USGSNorthern Colorado transitions from high-alpine peaks to the irrigated South Platte valley during this mid-century period of growth. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-connected hubs like Greeley and Longmont alongside landmarks like Horsetooth Reservoir and Estes Park.3 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Denver
1957 Denver1957 Print · USGSDenver and the Colorado Front Range are seen here during a mid-century period of intense military and urban expansion. Trace the footprints of the Rocky Mountain Arsenal, the early United States Air Force Academy, and the Lowry AF Base. - 1957 Map of Greeley
1957 Greeley1957 Print · USGSNorthern Colorado in the mid-fifties is captured here as the agricultural plains of Weld County meet the high peaks of the Front Range. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-linked towns like Keenesburg and Roggen or locate early water features such as Boyd Lake and Fossil Creek Reservoir. - 1957 Map of Louisville, 1958 Print
1957 Louisville1958 Print · USGSThe northern Colorado coalfields and rural landscapes are captured here during a period of industrial transition. Researchers can trace numerous historic coal operations like the Cracker Jack Mine and Industrial Mine, alongside the early Denver Boulder Turnpike.2 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Boulder, 1959 Print
1957 Boulder1959 Print · USGSBoulder and the Front Range foothills are shown during a time of mid-century expansion and active mining heritage. Trace the development of the University of Colorado and find numerous historic mines like the Sun and Moon Mine or Emancipation Mine.3 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Boulder, 1960 Print
1957 Boulder1960 Print · USGSBoulder and the surrounding mountain canyons are captured in the late fifties, showing a landscape defined by mining history and early settlement. Trace the footprints of old camps like Gold Hill and Wallstreet, or locate the historic Bunce School and Gresham (Site).3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Greeley
1958 Greeley1958 Print · USGSNorthern Colorado and the high peaks of the Front Range appear here in the mid-fifties as the region's agricultural and rail networks were fully established. Genealogists can locate family homes near Virginia Dale, Waverly, or Kuner, and trace the path of the Union Pacific Railroad through Greeley. - 1958 Map of Denver
1958 Denver1958 Print · USGSDenver and the Colorado Front Range are captured here during the mid-century suburban boom. Trace the footprints of military installations like Buckley Air Force Base alongside the established rail networks of the Colorado & Southern Ry.
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