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1970s Maps of Eagle County, Colorado

Explore 26 historic maps of Eagle County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Eagle County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Eagle County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Eagle County, CO maps

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  1. 1970 Map of Vail Pass
    1970 Map of Vail Pass
    1970 Vail Pass
    1970 Print · USGS
    The High Rockies at the dawn of the 1970s are defined here by the crossing of the Gore Range and Arapaho National Forest. Trace alpine travel routes like Vail Pass alongside old Mine sites and the settlement at Wheeler Junction.
    6 unique versions available
  4. 1970 Map of Nast, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Nast, 1973 Print
    1970 Nast
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high Rockies of Pitkin and Eagle counties are shown here in the 1970s, as massive water diversion projects reshaped the local hydrology. Researchers can trace the path of the Charles H. Boustead Tunnel, locate the settlement of Nast, or find the high-altitude Kiln near Sellar Park.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1970 Map of Vail East, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Vail East, 1973 Print
    1970 Vail East
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Eagle County high country was rapidly evolving in the early seventies as recreation took root near the Eagle-Summit county line. Trace the early development of Vail and the Ski Area alongside mountain landmarks like Bald Mountain.
    5 unique versions available
  10. 1970 Map of Willow Lakes, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Willow Lakes, 1973 Print
    1970 Willow Lakes
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high Gore Range wilderness is documented here in the early 1970s, showing the intersection of two national forests and the Continental Divide. Hikers and historians can trace routes like the Wheeler-Dillon Trail and locate remote sites such as the Boss Mine or Salmon Lake.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1970 Map of Homestake Reservoir, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Homestake Reservoir, 1973 Print
    1970 Homestake Reservoir
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high alpine country of the Sawatch Range is documented here during a period of significant water engineering and mining legacy. You can trace the historic Old RR Grade toward Hagerman Pass or locate old mine workings like the St Kevin Shaft and Homestake Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1970 Map of Mount Jackson, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Mount Jackson, 1973 Print
    1970 Mount Jackson
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high Sawatch Range of Eagle County comes into focus in this early 1970s survey of the alpine wilderness. Map collectors and researchers can trace remote mining prospects and high-altitude water bodies like Treasure Vault Lake, Gold Dust Peak, and Tellurium Lake.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1970 Map of Leadville North, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Leadville North, 1973 Print
    1970 Leadville North
    1973 Print · USGS
    In the early 1970s, the mountain slopes north of Leadville remained a complex landscape of active mining and growing alpine recreation. Researchers can trace historic claims like the Matchless Mine, locate the Evergreen Cem, and explore the rail lines leading toward Tennessee Pass.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1970 Map of Vail West, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Vail West, 1973 Print
    1970 Vail West
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Eagle County high country is shown here just as Vail was establishing its modern footprint. You can trace early backcountry access via the Nottingham Ridge Trail and locate recreation sites like Piney Lake and Piney Campground.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1970 Map of Climax, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Climax, 1973 Print
    1970 Climax
    1973 Print · USGS
    High in the Rocky Mountains during the early seventies, this map captures the industrial intensity of Climax and the surrounding peaks. Trace old mining operations like the North London Mine, American Mill, and the steep route over Mosquito Pass.
    6 unique versions available
  28. 1970 Map of Red Cliff, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Red Cliff, 1973 Print
    1970 Red Cliff
    1973 Print · USGS
    Red Cliff at the start of the 1970s shows a high-mountain community where mining heritage meets the burgeoning ski industry. Genealogists and historians can locate the local Cemetery, the D & RG W RR line, and historic mining sites like the Hornsilver Mine.
    5 unique versions available
  31. 1970 Map of Mount Of The Holy Cross, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Mount Of The Holy Cross, 1973 Print
    1970 Mount Of The Holy Cross
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high peaks of Eagle County are captured here in the early seventies, just as massive water diversion projects reached completion. Researchers can find old mining sites near Holy Cross City and trace the complex Missouri Homestake Aqueduct and Gold Park Cem.
    5 unique versions available
  34. 1970 Map of Minturn, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Minturn, 1973 Print
    1970 Minturn
    1973 Print · USGS
    Minturn and the Eagle River valley are shown here in the early 1970s, balancing a mountain railroad economy with industrial mining. Researchers can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad to the Eagle Mine and locate the River View Cemetery.
    5 unique versions available
  37. 1970 Map of Meredith, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Meredith, 1973 Print
    1970 Meredith
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Fryingpan River valley in the early seventies shows a landscape of mountain settlements and significant water engineering. Researchers can trace the river's path from Meredith to Norrie, locating the CH9 Chapman Tunnel and the Diamond J Ranch.
    4 unique versions available
  40. 1970 Map of Copper Mountain, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Copper Mountain, 1973 Print
    1970 Copper Mountain
    1973 Print · USGS
    In the early 1970s, this high-country landscape between Summit and Lake counties shows the dramatic scale of industrial mining. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Kokomo and locate legacy shafts like the Queen of the West Mine.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1970 Map of Crooked Creek Pass, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Crooked Creek Pass, 1973 Print
    1970 Crooked Creek Pass
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high country of Eagle County is captured here in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of alpine lakes and national forest trails. Researchers can trace historic access routes to Fulford Cave, the Prospect mine, and the waters of Sylvan Lake.
    6 unique versions available
  46. 1970 Map of Pando, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Pando, 1973 Print
    1970 Pando
    1973 Print · USGS
    High in the Rockies during the early seventies, this survey shows the remnants of military and mining activity. Trace the legacy of Camp Hale along the Eagle River or locate the El Capitan Mine and Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad.
    6 unique versions available
  49. 1972 Map of Mc Coy, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Mc Coy, 1975 Print
    1972 Mc Coy
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the early seventies centers on the rail-and-river corridor connecting the small settlements of McCoy and Bond. Genealogists and historians can trace the McCoy Cem, mining Prospects on Yarmony Mountain, and the Denver and Rio Grande Western rail line.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1972 Map of Blue Hill, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Blue Hill, 1975 Print
    1972 Blue Hill
    1975 Print · USGS
    Routt and Eagle Counties meet along the rugged canyon of the Colorado River in the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western rail line past Dell and the Balanced Rock Spring.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1972 Map of Burns South, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Burns South, 1975 Print
    1972 Burns South
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Colorado River corridor near the Eagle County line is captured here in the 1970s, showcasing a rugged canyon economy shaped by rail and water. Local historians can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western route past Derby Junction and the remote high ground of Greenhorn Mountain.
    4 unique versions available
  58. 1972 Map of State Bridge, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of State Bridge, 1975 Print
    1972 State Bridge
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Colorado River valley in the early 1970s shows a landscape of mountain railroading and high-altitude settlements. Researchers can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western tracks through Bond and Orestod or find the lone Grave near the river.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1972 Map of Burns North, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Burns North, 1975 Print
    1972 Burns North
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the early seventies reveals a landscape of remote mountain ranching and forest management. Researchers can trace historic routes like the Ute Trail or locate the Cem near Burns and the riverside D & R G W railroad line.
  64. 1972 Map of Castle Peak, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Castle Peak, 1975 Print
    1972 Castle Peak
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Eagle County backcountry in the early seventies was a high-elevation landscape of ridges and remote basins. Researchers can trace historic access routes like the Dutch Horn Trail or locate named landmarks such as Schlegel Lake and Castle Peak.
    4 unique versions available
  67. 1972 Map of Radium, 1976 Print
    1972 Map of Radium, 1976 Print
    1972 Radium
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Colorado River corridor near the Grand and Eagle County line comes into focus in the early 1970s. Researchers can trace the path of the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad through Azure and Radium, or locate landmarks like Rancho del Rio and Red Gorge.
  70. 1974 Map of Dotsero, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Dotsero, 1977 Print
    1974 Dotsero
    1977 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Colorado and Eagle Rivers is captured in the mid-seventies, showing the vital rail corridor through the canyons. Researchers can trace the path of the Denver and Rio Grande Western and locate landmarks like the Dotsero Crater and Hells Gate.
    3 unique versions available
  73. 1977 Map of Dome Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Dome Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 Dome Peak
    1978 Print · USGS
    The high alpine plateaus of Northwest Colorado are captured here in the late seventies, detailing the remote terrain where Garfield and Eagle counties meet. Researchers can trace the high-country water systems of Lion Basin Ditch and historical paths like the Ute Trail across the Derby Mesa.
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