Old Maps of Rulison, Colorado for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 12 historic maps of Rulison. 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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Rulison, CO maps

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  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. 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

  4. 1960 Map of Rulison, 1964 Print
    1960 Map of Rulison, 1964 Print
    1960 Rulison
    1964 Print · USGS
    Garfield County's river-and-rail corridor is captured here in the early 1960s as energy exploration began to shape the land. Researchers can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western River railroad, locate the Rulison settlement, and find historic paths like the Battlement Trail.
    5 unique versions available

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 1982 Map of Carbondale, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Carbondale, 1983 Print
    1982 Carbondale
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Roaring Fork Valley and Colorado River corridor are captured here in the early eighties as ranching and mountain industry shaped the landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Denver and Rio Grande Western through old settlements like Satank, Redstone, and Marble.

  8. 2011 Map of Rulison, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Rulison, 2011 Print
    2011 Rulison
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Rulison, including Garfield County, United States, and other nearby areas

  9. 2013 Map of Rulison, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Rulison, 2013 Print
    2013 Rulison
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Rulison, including Garfield County, United States, and other nearby areas

  10. 2016 Map of Rulison, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Rulison, 2016 Print
    2016 Rulison
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Rulison, including Garfield County, United States, and other nearby areas

  11. 2019 Map of Rulison, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Rulison, 2019 Print
    2019 Rulison
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Rulison, including Garfield County, United States, and other nearby areas

  12. 2022 Map of Rulison, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Rulison, 2022 Print
    2022 Rulison
    2022 Print · USGS
    Garfield County's high mesa country is shown here in the 2020s, where the Colorado River valley meets the national forest. Researchers can trace the irrigation and trail networks connecting Rulison to upland landmarks like Morrisania Mesa, Doghead Mtn, and the Battlement Number 1 Reservoir.

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