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1950s Maps of Douglas County, Colorado

Explore 15 historic maps of Douglas 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 Douglas 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.
  • 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 Douglas County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Douglas County, CO maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Denver, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Denver, 1964 Print
    1953 Denver
    1964 Print · USGS
    Denver 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
  4. 1954 Map of Devils Head, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Devils Head, 1955 Print
    1954 Devils Head
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Rampart Range comes to life in the mid-1950s, showing a mix of rugged ranching and spiritual seclusion. Trace the locations of Shamballah-Ashrama, the Devils Head Lookout Tower, and the Hy-Way Hereford Ranch.
    9 unique versions available
  7. 1954 Map of Cherry Valley School, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Cherry Valley School, 1955 Print
    1954 Cherry Valley School
    1955 Print · USGS
    Mid-century ranching life at the Douglas and Elbert county line is captured here just as rural school districts were consolidating. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads near Cherry Valley School or locate the sites of Cherry Sch (Aband) and Bucks Mountain.
    6 unique versions available
  10. 1954 Map of Deckers, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Deckers, 1955 Print
    1954 Deckers
    1955 Print · USGS
    The South Platte River canyon comes into focus during the mid-1950s, showing the early recreational and residential development of this mountain corridor. Researchers can trace the layout of Trumbull, find the Mine (Abandoned), and locate landmarks like Skull Rock.
    12 unique versions available
  13. 1954 Map of Greenland, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Greenland, 1955 Print
    1954 Greenland
    1955 Print · USGS
    Douglas County ranching and railroading are captured here in the mid-fifties as two major rail lines converge near the settlement of Greenland. Researchers can locate the Spring Valley Cem, trace the grounds of the Lincoln Ranch, or identify the remote Lincoln Mountain School.
    6 unique versions available
  16. 1954 Map of Larkspur, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Larkspur, 1955 Print
    1954 Larkspur
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Douglas County ranching country and the rail corridor at Larkspur are captured here in the mid-1950s. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Perry Park South Ranch and Crystal Springs Ranch or trace the parallel tracks of the Denver and Rio Grande Western.
    9 unique versions available
  19. 1956 Map of Dakan Mountain, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Dakan Mountain, 1957 Print
    1956 Dakan Mountain
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Colorado Front Range is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the high-elevation terrain where Douglas and Teller counties meet. Researchers can trace historic access routes like Jackson Creek Road and early mountain trails to Dakan Mountain or the falls at Rainbow Falls Park.
    7 unique versions available
  22. 1956 Map of Cheesman Lake, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Cheesman Lake, 1957 Print
    1956 Cheesman Lake
    1957 Print · USGS
    Jefferson and Douglas counties are defined by the reservoir and peaks of the Pike National Forest in the mid-fifties. Trace the remote Wigwam Club and Flying G Ranch or locate the engineering of Cheesman Dam.
    9 unique versions available
  25. 1956 Map of Westcreek, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Westcreek, 1958 Print
    1956 Westcreek
    1958 Print · USGS
    The mountain settlements of Douglas County are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of scattered ranches and high-country camps. Researchers can locate the Westcreek townsite, the Shady Brook Camp, and prominent landmarks like Thunder Butte and Sheep Nose.
    5 unique versions available
  28. 1957 Map of Denver
    1957 Map of Denver
    1957 Denver
    1957 Print · USGS
    Denver 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.
  31. 1957 Map of Parker, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Parker, 1958 Print
    1957 Parker
    1958 Print · USGS
    Parker and the surrounding Douglas County ranch lands are caught in a moment of early development during the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can locate the Parker townsite, the Cemetery, and early infrastructure like the Aurora Water Supply.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1957 Map of Highlands Ranch, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Highlands Ranch, 1958 Print
    1957 Highlands Ranch
    1958 Print · USGS
    Douglas and Arapahoe counties are shown here in the late fifties as the area south of Denver began its suburban transition. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Greenwood Village, the footprint of Cheese Ranch, and the early site of Bar None Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1957 Map of Littleton, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Littleton, 1958 Print
    1957 Littleton
    1958 Print · USGS
    Littleton and the South Platte River valley are shown in the late fifties as suburban growth begins to overtake older ranch lands. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Littleton, find the Centennial Racetrack, and locate rural settlements like Acequia and Riverside.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1957 Map of Piney Creek, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Piney Creek, 1958 Print
    1957 Piney Creek
    1958 Print · USGS
    The high plains southeast of Denver appear here in the mid-fifties, dominated by the Lowry Air Force Base Bombing Range. Researchers can trace the historic Smoky Hill Road and locate a rural Cem near Sulphur Gulch.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1958 Map of Denver
    1958 Map of Denver
    1958 Denver
    1958 Print · USGS
    Denver 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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