1950s Maps of Jackson County, Colorado

Explore 56 historic maps of Jackson 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 Jackson County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Jackson County, CO maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Northgate, 1957 Print
    1950 Map of Northgate, 1957 Print
    1950 Northgate
    1957 Print · USGS
    Jackson County ranching and mining operations are captured in detail at the turn of the 1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like the Quaintance Ranch alongside industrial landmarks including the Fluorspar Mine and Gero Tunnel.
    6 unique versions available

  2. 1950 Map of Kings Canyon, 1959 Print
    1950 Map of Kings Canyon, 1959 Print
    1950 Kings Canyon
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Colorado-Wyoming border region in the 1950s was a hub for high-country mining and specialized irrigation. Researchers can trace historic industrial sites like the Kings Canyon Mine and water infrastructure such as the Hardwork Ditch and Government Ditch.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1952 Map of Northgate
    1952 Map of Northgate
    1952 Northgate
    1952 Print · USGS
    High-altitude ranching and mining operations meet along the North Platte River in northern Colorado during the early fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace industrial sites like the Fluorspar Mine, local landmarks like Quaintance Ranch, and the Union Pacific rail corridor.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1952 Map of Kings Canyon
    1952 Map of Kings Canyon
    1952 Kings Canyon
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Colorado-Wyoming borderlands appear here in the early fifties as a rugged high-altitude frontier shaped by mining and rail. Genealogists and historians can trace the sites of Roach and Camp Nelson along the Union Pacific line.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1954 Map of Greeley, 1966 Print
    1954 Map of Greeley, 1966 Print
    1954 Greeley
    1966 Print · USGS
    Northern Colorado transitions from high-alpine peaks to the irrigated South Platte valley during this mid-century period of growth. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-connected hubs like Greeley and Longmont alongside landmarks like Horsetooth Reservoir and Estes Park.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1954 Map of Rawlins, 1968 Print
    1954 Map of Rawlins, 1968 Print
    1954 Rawlins
    1968 Print · USGS
    The high plains and mountain ranges of southern Wyoming are shown here in the mid-1950s as the Union Pacific railroad and early highways fueled local industry. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads and outposts like the Overland Stage Station, the Utah Oil Refining Station, and the Hadsell Winter Headquarters.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1954 Map of Craig, 1973 Print
    1954 Map of Craig, 1973 Print
    1954 Craig
    1973 Print · USGS
    Northwest Colorado and the high mountain parks are captured in the mid-fifties, showing the region's ranching, mining, and timber centers. Genealogists and historians can trace rail corridors like the Denver and Rio Grande Western and old towns such as Axial, Milner, and Coalmont.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1955 Map of Davis Peak, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Davis Peak, 1956 Print
    1955 Davis Peak
    1956 Print · USGS
    The high alpine country of the Park Range comes into focus during the mid-1950s, showing a landscape defined by seasonal industry and rugged navigation. Researchers can trace the Stock Driveway, locate an early Sawmill (Aband), and find remote water features like Seven Lakes.
    5 unique versions available

  9. 1955 Map of Independence Mountain, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Independence Mountain, 1956 Print
    1955 Independence Mountain
    1956 Print · USGS
    Jackson County ranching and water management are the focus of this mid-fifties survey of the high-country landscape. Genealogists and historians can locate remote family landmarks like Simmons Ranch, the Threemile Sch, and the Placer Mine.
    5 unique versions available

  10. 1955 Map of Lake John, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Lake John, 1956 Print
    1955 Lake John
    1956 Print · USGS
    Jackson County ranching and water rights are meticulously documented in this mid-century survey of the high North Park basin. Researchers can trace the legacy of local families through Brands Ranch and Wattenberg Ranch, or follow the complex network of the Legal Tender Ditch and Victor Ditch.
    4 unique versions available

  11. 1955 Map of Buffalo Pass, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Buffalo Pass, 1956 Print
    1955 Buffalo Pass
    1956 Print · USGS
    The high Continental Divide in the mid-fifties is captured here during a period of Missouri River Basin development surveys. Researchers can trace historic high-country routes like the Wyoming Trail and locate the Summit Lake Guard Sta near Buffalo Pass.
    6 unique versions available

  12. 1955 Map of Mount Zirkel, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Mount Zirkel, 1957 Print
    1955 Mount Zirkel
    1957 Print · USGS
    The high peaks of the Park Range in the mid-1950s are preserved here, centered on the Continental Divide and the settlement at Slavonia. Local historians can trace old wilderness trails and primitive camps near Mount Zirkel, Mica Lake, and Three Island Lake.
    6 unique versions available

  13. 1955 Map of Pitchpine Mountain, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Pitchpine Mountain, 1957 Print
    1955 Pitchpine Mountain
    1957 Print · USGS
    The ranching and irrigation systems of Jackson County are captured here in the mid-1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace family land use through Carlstrom Brothers Ranch and Brands Ranch or follow historic routes like the Lone Pine Trail.
    7 unique versions available

  14. 1955 Map of Mount Ethel, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Mount Ethel, 1957 Print
    1955 Mount Ethel
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Park Range highlands and the Continental Divide define this Colorado wilderness as it appeared in the mid-1950s. Trace the paths of the historic Wyoming Trail and Rainbow Lake Trail to remote landmarks like Mount Ethel and Big Creek Lake.
    6 unique versions available

  15. 1955 Map of Eagle Hill, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Eagle Hill, 1957 Print
    1955 Eagle Hill
    1957 Print · USGS
    Jackson County ranching and energy production intersect in the mid-1950s along the winding Canadian River. Genealogists and local historians can locate early family sites like the Dowell Homestead, Blevins Ranch, and the infrastructure of the North McCallum Oil Field.
    4 unique versions available

  16. 1955 Map of Teal Lake, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Teal Lake, 1957 Print
    1955 Teal Lake
    1957 Print · USGS
    Jackson County ranching and forest management are captured here in the mid-1950s, showing a remote mountain landscape before modern development. You can trace early backcountry routes like the Helena Trail and locate historic sites like the Butler Sch and Grizzly Creek Guard Station.
    6 unique versions available

  17. 1955 Map of Gould, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Gould, 1957 Print
    1955 Gould
    1957 Print · USGS
    Mid-century ranching and water management define this Jackson County landscape near the Michigan River. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named sites like Haworth Ranch and the Haworth Sch, or locate the Michigan River Ranger Sta.
    5 unique versions available

  18. 1955 Map of Delaney Butte, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Delaney Butte, 1957 Print
    1955 Delaney Butte
    1957 Print · USGS
    Jackson County ranching and water management are captured in detail during the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace historic family holdings like Mitchell Ranch and Peterson Ranch or locate the old Higho School near the river.
    4 unique versions available

  19. 1955 Map of Coalmont, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Coalmont, 1957 Print
    1955 Coalmont
    1957 Print · USGS
    North Park's ranching and coal-mining heartland is captured here in the mid-1950s, showing a landscape tied to the rails and water rights. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Trownsell Ranch, find the Spicer Sch, or locate the workings of the Open Pit Mine.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1955 Map of Owl Ridge, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Owl Ridge, 1957 Print
    1955 Owl Ridge
    1957 Print · USGS
    Jackson County ranching was in its prime during the mid-fifties, dominated by the winding Illinois River and a complex system of mountain irrigation. Researchers can trace historic property boundaries and water rights through landmarks like Illinois Ranch, Vila Ranch, and the Ottawa Ditch.
    5 unique versions available

  21. 1955 Map of Pearl, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Pearl, 1957 Print
    1955 Pearl
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of remote ranching and hard-rock mining near Pearl. Researchers can trace the water rights through the Hill Ditch and locate early operations at the Wolverine Mine and Smelter Stack.
    5 unique versions available

  22. 1955 Map of Shipman Mountain, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Shipman Mountain, 1957 Print
    1955 Shipman Mountain
    1957 Print · USGS
    The high peaks and forest boundaries of Larimer and Jackson counties meet here in the mid-1950s. Trace old backcountry routes like the Paghe Trail and Medicine Bow Trail, and locate water-rights history through the Ute Ditch and Kerr Ditch.
    6 unique versions available

  23. 1955 Map of Gould NW, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Gould NW, 1957 Print
    1955 Gould NW
    1957 Print · USGS
    Ranching and resource extraction meet in the Jackson County high country during the mid-fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace the irrigation systems of Allard Ranch or locate the sites of the Sudduth Coal Mine and Manning Coal Mines.
    4 unique versions available

  24. 1955 Map of Walden, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Walden, 1957 Print
    1955 Walden
    1957 Print · USGS
    Walden and the surrounding North Park basin are shown here in the mid-fifties during a period of established ranching and rail activity. Researchers can trace family-named lands like Hampton Ranch and infrastructure such as the Union Pacific or the State Fish Hatchery.
    4 unique versions available

  25. 1955 Map of Mac Farlane Reservoir, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Mac Farlane Reservoir, 1957 Print
    1955 Mac Farlane Reservoir
    1957 Print · USGS
    Ranching life in mid-century Jackson County is preserved here through a complex web of irrigation and family landholdings. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Allard Ranch, the Larand School (Abandoned), and the Union Pacific rail line.
    5 unique versions available

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