Join Free

1970s Maps of El Paso County, Colorado

Explore 22 historic maps of El Paso 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 El Paso 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.
  • 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 El Paso County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

El Paso County, CO maps

(22)
  1. 1970 Map of Fondis, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Fondis, 1973 Print
    1970 Fondis
    1973 Print · USGS
    The rural plains of Elbert County are captured here in the early seventies, detailing the drainage basins and sparse settlements of the era. Genealogists and local historians can trace the locations of Fondis, Lemesany, and the East Bijou Sch.
  4. 1970 Map of Bijou Basin, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Bijou Basin, 1973 Print
    1970 Bijou Basin
    1973 Print · USGS
    Elbert and El Paso counties appear here at the start of the 1970s, showing a landscape defined by the Bijou Basin and its winding creek beds. Family historians and researchers can locate the Bijou Basin Cem and trace early resource sites like the Oil Well and Gravel Pit.
    5 unique versions available
  7. 1970 Map of Ramah South, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Ramah South, 1973 Print
    1970 Ramah South
    1973 Print · USGS
    El Paso County ranching and rail infrastructure are captured here in the early seventies as the railroad still served the high plains. Trace the path of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific through Ramah or locate rural landmarks like Ramah Reservoir and Paint Mine Road.
  10. 1970 Map of Elbert, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Elbert, 1973 Print
    1970 Elbert
    1973 Print · USGS
    The town of Elbert sits at the heart of this 1970s ranching landscape as the rail era gives way to modern transit. Trace family roots at the local Cem or follow the route of the Old Railroad Grade past the Peaceful Valley Ranch.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1970 Map of Ramah North, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Ramah North, 1973 Print
    1970 Ramah North
    1973 Print · USGS
    Eastern Elbert County appears here just as the early seventies began, showing the rural landscape around Ramah. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Sproch Cem, Sakaia Cem, and the St Mary Ch.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1970 Map of Alta Vista, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Alta Vista, 1973 Print
    1970 Alta Vista
    1973 Print · USGS
    El Paso and Elbert counties meet in this High Plains landscape during the early 1970s, showing a network of rural ranch roads and prairie drainages. Researchers can locate the settlement of Alta Vista and trace historic routes like Hoot Owl Road and Beck Sand Draw Crossing.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1970 Map of Calhan, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Calhan, 1973 Print
    1970 Calhan
    1973 Print · USGS
    Calhan and the surrounding El Paso County plains appear in the early seventies as a vital rail and ranching hub. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific line and family names at St Michaels Cem and Lenard Cem.
  22. 1970 Map of Peyton, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Peyton, 1973 Print
    1970 Peyton
    1973 Print · USGS
    The community of Peyton and its surrounding ranchlands are captured here during the early seventies. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific rail line and family-named routes like Dzuris Road and Sweet Road.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1970 Map of Simla, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Simla, 1973 Print
    1970 Simla
    1973 Print · USGS
    The High Plains community of Simla is captured in the early 1970s, established along the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad line. Researchers can trace local landmarks like the Big Sandy Sch and the town Cem near Sandy Creek.
    4 unique versions available
  28. 1973 Map of Hanover NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Hanover NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Hanover NE
    1975 Print · USGS
    Eastern El Paso County ranching country is captured here in the early seventies, showcasing a landscape of section lines and high-plains drainages. Researchers can locate established sites like Turkey Track Ranch, Love Ranch, and the waters of Youngs Puddle.
  31. 1973 Map of Truckton, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Truckton, 1975 Print
    1973 Truckton
    1975 Print · USGS
    El Paso County ranching country is captured in the early seventies, showing a landscape defined by its grid of rural section roads. Researchers can trace the layout of the Truckton settlement and locate specific landmarks like Signal Rock and the Radio Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1973 Map of Truckton SE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Truckton SE, 1975 Print
    1973 Truckton SE
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high plains of eastern Colorado meet at a four-county junction in the early 1970s. Researchers can trace rural family routes like Whittemore Road and Rasner Road past several isolated Water Tanks and fence lines.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1973 Map of Hanover SE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Hanover SE, 1975 Print
    1973 Hanover SE
    1975 Print · USGS
    Eastern El Paso County during the early 1970s shows a landscape transitioning from rural ranching to large-scale federal testing. Researchers can trace the layout of the High Speed Ground Test Center and locate the historic Squirrel Creek School.
  40. 1973 Map of Edison School, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Edison School, 1975 Print
    1973 Edison School
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high plains near the El Paso and Pueblo county line are documented here during the early 1970s. Researchers can trace the rural infrastructure of the era through sites like Edison School, Leader Church, and the isolated Dry Camp settlement.
  43. 1973 Map of Big Springs Ranch, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Big Springs Ranch, 1976 Print
    1973 Big Springs Ranch
    1976 Print · USGS
    El Paso County ranch land is captured in the early seventies as a landscape of wide-open plains and vital water sources. Genealogists and local historians can trace the legacy of the Big Springs Ranch and follow old local routes like Handle Road and Sanborn Road.
  46. 1973 Map of Truckton NE, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Truckton NE, 1976 Print
    1973 Truckton NE
    1976 Print · USGS
    The eastern Colorado plains at the start of the 1970s show a strictly gridded landscape of rural homesteads and county boundaries. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named routes like Keller Road and Rush Road, or locate the St Lukes Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1973 Map of Holcolm Hills, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Holcolm Hills, 1976 Print
    1973 Holcolm Hills
    1976 Print · USGS
    El Paso County's eastern high plains are documented here in the early 1970s, showing a sprawling landscape of ranch roads and prairie drainages. Genealogists can locate Meyers Cem and trace early family landholdings along Horse Creek and Steels Fork.
  52. 1973 Map of Rush NW, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Rush NW, 1976 Print
    1973 Rush NW
    1976 Print · USGS
    The high plains of El Paso County were defined by a grid of family-named roads and rural schools during the early 1970s. Trace old ranch boundaries and land use along Horse Creek, locate the historic Washington School, or follow the path of Ramah Highway.
  55. 1973 Map of Holtwold Store, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Holtwold Store, 1976 Print
    1973 Holtwold Store
    1976 Print · USGS
    The El Paso and Elbert County line was characterized by isolated ranching outposts and winding creek beds in the early 1970s. Trace the history of the high plains through landmarks like Holtwold Store, Kanza Cem, and the waters of Deadman Gulch.
  58. 1973 Map of Rush, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Rush, 1976 Print
    1973 Rush
    1976 Print · USGS
    High plains ranching and farming life in El Paso and Lincoln Counties are captured here during the 1970s. Trace local family history at the Crescent Cem, find the District 60 Jr Sch, or follow old routes like Whittemore Road.
  61. 1973 Map of Yoder, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Yoder, 1976 Print
    1973 Yoder
    1976 Print · USGS
    El Paso County's high plains are captured here in the early 1970s, showing the intersection of ranching life and a growing road network. Genealogy researchers can trace the vicinity of Yoder and family landmarks like Antioch Cem or Sengbeil Road.
  64. 1975 Map of Monument, 1978 Print
    1975 Map of Monument, 1978 Print
    1975 Monument
    1978 Print · USGS
    The foothills north of Colorado Springs are captured in the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of military expansion and rural ranching. Genealogists and historians can trace family properties like Hardesty Ranch alongside the Air Force Academy and the historic Mt Herman Grange.
End of results
Showing maps 1-22 of 22

Top cities of El Paso County

See more

Frequently asked questions

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