Old Maps of Saguache, Colorado for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 11 historic maps of Saguache. 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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Saguache, CO maps

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  1. 1956 Map of Montrose, 1963 Print
    1956 Map of Montrose, 1963 Print
    1956 Montrose
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Colorado western slope in the late fifties and early sixties shows a landscape defined by the Denver & Rio Grande Western RR and the Gunnison River. Trace the development of Blue Mesa Reservoir or locate high-country sites like the Bachelor Mine.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1959 Map of Montrose
    1959 Map of Montrose
    1959 Montrose
    1959 Print · USGS
    Western Colorado in the late fifties is defined by the high peaks and river valleys of the Southern Rockies. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Denver & Rio Grande Western RR or locate mountain settlements like Crawford, Lazear, and Doyleville.

  3. 1960 Map of Montrose
    1960 Map of Montrose
    1960 Montrose
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the mid-fifties is captured here during a period of steady ranching and persistent mining. Researchers can trace the path of the Denver & Rio Grande Western RR or locate small settlements like Somerset, Maher, and Sargent.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1967 Map of Saguache, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Saguache, 1971 Print
    1967 Saguache
    1971 Print · USGS
    The northern San Luis Valley comes into focus in the late sixties, centered on the historic seat of Saguache. Researchers can trace old irrigation routes like Lawrence Ditch, locate the Campo Santo Cem, or follow the path of Gunbarrel Road.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1968 Map of Montrose
    1968 Map of Montrose
    1968 Montrose
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Western Slope and Continental Divide meet in the late sixties, showing the vital river valleys and high-mountain mining districts. Trace the historic route of the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR or locate small settlements like Sargents and Powderhorn.

  6. 1982 Map of Saguache, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Saguache, 1983 Print
    1982 Saguache
    1983 Print · USGS
    The San Luis Valley meets the high peaks of the Sawatch Range in the early 1980s, revealing a landscape shaped by mining and rail. Researchers can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad and locate high-altitude sites like the Rawley Mine and the settlement of Bonanza.

  7. 2010 Map of Saguache, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Saguache, 2010 Print
    2010 Saguache
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Saguache, including Saguache County, United States, and other nearby areas

  8. 2013 Map of Saguache, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Saguache, 2013 Print
    2013 Saguache
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Saguache, including Saguache County, United States, and other nearby areas

  9. 2016 Map of Saguache, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Saguache, 2016 Print
    2016 Saguache
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Saguache, including Saguache County, United States, and other nearby areas

  10. 2019 Map of Saguache, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Saguache, 2019 Print
    2019 Saguache
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Saguache, including Saguache County, United States, and other nearby areas

  11. 2022 Map of Saguache, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Saguache, 2022 Print
    2022 Saguache
    2022 Print · USGS
    Saguache and the surrounding valley are documented here at a time when traditional irrigation and modern infrastructure coexist. Researchers can trace land use through the Rio Grande Canal, locate historic burials at Campo Santo Cemetery, and find the Saguache County Courthouse.

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