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Old Maps of Vail, Colorado for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 32 historic maps of Vail. 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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Vail, CO maps

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  1. 1934 Map of Minturn
    1934 Map of Minturn
    1934 Minturn
    1934 Print · USGS
    The mountain corridors of Eagle County were defined by mining and the railroad during the early nineteen-thirties. You can trace the industrial landscape of the Eagle River through settlements like Gilman, the remote Bells Camp, and the high-altitude Liberty Mine.
    5 unique versions available
  4. 1950 Map of Minturn, 1966 Print
    1950 Map of Minturn, 1966 Print
    1950 Minturn
    1966 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Eagle County was defined by deep canyons and high-altitude industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the railroad corridors of the Denver and Rio Grande Western, the mining operations at Gilman, and the footprint of Camp Hale Military Reservation.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1957 Map of Leadville, 1978 Print
    1957 Map of Leadville, 1978 Print
    1957 Leadville
    1978 Print · USGS
    High-country mining and rail transport define the central Colorado Rockies during the mid-to-late twentieth century. Researchers can trace the industrial footprints of Gilman and Climax, find small rail stops like Malta, and follow the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1959 Map of Leadville
    1959 Map of Leadville
    1959 Leadville
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the late fifties is a landscape of mining history and military training, from the streets of Leadville to the Camp Hale grounds. Genealogists and historians can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR alongside now-deserted sites like Ashcroft and Independence.
  13. 1960 Map of Leadville
    1960 Map of Leadville
    1960 Leadville
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the mid-fifties comes alive through its mining camps, river valleys, and rail lines. Trace the industrial legacy of the Climax Molybdenum Mine and explore the alpine reaches of the Camp Hale Military Reservation.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1962 Map of Leadville
    1962 Map of Leadville
    1962 Leadville
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the early sixties was a rugged landscape of mining camps, military training grounds, and emerging ski towns. Researchers can trace the legacy of Camp Hale, locate the Molybdenum mine near Leadville, and follow the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR through the canyons.
  19. 1964 Map of Leadville
    1964 Map of Leadville
    1964 Leadville
    1964 Print · USGS
    Colorado's high country is captured here during the mid-1960s, showing the intersection of mining history and mountain transport. Trace the legacy of high-altitude industry at the Climax Molybdenum Mine or follow the rails of the Colorado and Southern Ry past Leadville.
  22. 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
  25. 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
  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 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
  34. 1980 Map of Vail, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Vail, 1982 Print
    1980 Vail
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Eagle River valley and the Gore Range are shown here in the early eighties as mountain towns evolved from mining hubs to world-class destinations. Trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad or locate the Lady Belle Mine and Johnson Mine.
  37. 2011 Map of Vail West, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Vail West, 2011 Print
    2011 Vail West
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Avon, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  40. 2011 Map of Vail East, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Vail East, 2011 Print
    2011 Vail East
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Bighorn, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  43. 2011 Map of Minturn, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Minturn, 2011 Print
    2011 Minturn
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Avon, Minturn, and other nearby areas
  46. 2011 Map of Red Cliff, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Red Cliff, 2011 Print
    2011 Red Cliff
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Red Cliff, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  49. 2013 Map of Minturn, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Minturn, 2013 Print
    2013 Minturn
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Avon, Minturn, and other nearby areas
  52. 2013 Map of Red Cliff, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Red Cliff, 2013 Print
    2013 Red Cliff
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Red Cliff, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  55. 2013 Map of Vail West, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Vail West, 2013 Print
    2013 Vail West
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Avon, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  58. 2013 Map of Vail East, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Vail East, 2013 Print
    2013 Vail East
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Bighorn, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  61. 2016 Map of Red Cliff, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Red Cliff, 2016 Print
    2016 Red Cliff
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Red Cliff, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  64. 2016 Map of Minturn, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Minturn, 2016 Print
    2016 Minturn
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Avon, Minturn, and other nearby areas
  67. 2016 Map of Vail East, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Vail East, 2016 Print
    2016 Vail East
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Bighorn, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  70. 2016 Map of Vail West, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Vail West, 2016 Print
    2016 Vail West
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Avon, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
  73. 2019 Map of Vail East, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Vail East, 2019 Print
    2019 Vail East
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Vail, including Bighorn, Eagle County, and other nearby areas
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