Old Maps of Avon Park, Florida for Metal Detecting

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Avon Park, FL maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 1953 Print
    1952 Lake Arbuckle SW
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Florida highlands south of Avon Park are captured here in the early fifties, showing a landscape of citrus groves and rail-side towns. Genealogists and historians can locate Lakeside Cem, the Fish Hatchery (Abandoned), and the rail junctions of Lakemont.
    4 unique versions available

  2. 1952 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 1953 Print
    1952 Lake Arbuckle
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Florida interior during the early fifties reveals a landscape shaped by military expansion and natural hydrology. Genealogists and historians can trace the U S Government Railroad and the small settlement of Alpine near Lake Pythias.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1953 Map of Frostproof, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Frostproof, 1954 Print
    1953 Frostproof
    1954 Print · USGS
    Frostproof and the surrounding Florida lake country are shown in the early fifties as the region's citrus and rail economy flourished. Researchers can trace the junction of the Seaboard Air Line and find rural landmarks like Maxcy Quarters and Corinth Ch.
    5 unique versions available

  4. 1953 Map of Avon Park, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Avon Park, 1954 Print
    1953 Avon Park
    1954 Print · USGS
    Covers Avon Park, including Highlands County, Hardee County, and other nearby areas
    4 unique versions available

  5. 1956 Map of Fort Pierce, 1965 Print
    1956 Map of Fort Pierce, 1965 Print
    1956 Fort Pierce
    1965 Print · USGS
    Central and coastal Florida appear here during a period of rapid post-war growth and industrial expansion. Researchers can trace the mid-century rail-to-highway transition along the Sunshine State Parkway or locate old settlements like Ankona, Walton, and Indrio.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 1958 Map of Fort Pierce
    1958 Map of Fort Pierce
    1958 Fort Pierce
    1958 Print · USGS
    Central and South Florida are captured here in the late fifties as the citrus and ranching interior met the modern highway era. Researchers can trace the early path of the Sunshine State Parkway and locate established rail depots in Sebring, Okeechobee, and Arcadia.

  7. 1959 Map of Fort Pierce
    1959 Map of Fort Pierce
    1959 Fort Pierce
    1959 Print · USGS
    Central Florida and the Treasure Coast are shown here in the late fifties, during a period of steady citrus and coastal growth. Trace the historic routes of the Florida East Coast Ry or locate the boundaries of the Seminole Indian Reservation and Highlands Hammock State Park.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1978 Map of Bartow, 1980 Print
    1978 Map of Bartow, 1980 Print
    1978 Bartow
    1980 Print · USGS
    Central Florida during the late seventies was a landscape of industrial phosphate mines and expansive lake systems. Trace the legacy of the Seaboard Coast Line as it connects Fort Meade, Wauchula, and the massive Avon Park Bombing Range.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1988 Map of Fort Pierce
    1988 Map of Fort Pierce
    1988 Fort Pierce
    1988 Print · USGS
    The Atlantic coast and Florida’s interior lakelands are captured in the late eighties, just as the Treasure Coast was experiencing rapid development. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Florida East Coast and explore the bounds of the Brighton Indian Reservation.

  10. 2012 Map of Frostproof, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Frostproof, 2012 Print
    2012 Frostproof
    2012 Print · USGS
    Frostproof and the central Florida citrus country are captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing a landscape defined by its many lakes. Genealogists and local historians can trace residential growth from Maxcy Quarters to Avon Park Lakes and find the Silver Lake Cemetery.

  11. 2012 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2012 Print
    2012 Lake Arbuckle
    2012 Print · USGS
    Florida’s interior lake country is captured here in the early 2010s, showing a landscape defined by citrus groves, dairies, and water. Genealogists and local researchers can trace the area around Alpine, find the Rucks Dairy Airport, or locate lakeside landmarks like Lake Isabell.

  12. 2012 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2012 Print
    2012 Lake Arbuckle SW
    2012 Print · USGS
    The Highlands County lake district is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the established communities of Sebring Shores and Lakemont. Trace local history through landmarks like Pinecrest Cem or the many named waters including Lake Lotela and Dinner Lake.

  13. 2012 Map of Avon Park, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Avon Park, 2012 Print
    2012 Avon Park
    2012 Print · USGS
    Avon Park and the surrounding Highlands County lake country are shown here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace the development of the city near Lake Tulane or locate sites like Bougainvillea Cem and South Florida Community College.

  14. 2015 Map of Avon Park, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Avon Park, 2015 Print
    2015 Avon Park
    2015 Print · USGS
    Avon Park and the surrounding central Florida lake country are captured here in the mid-2010s, showing the city's growth around its many shorelines. Researchers can trace the layout of Florida Community College and local landmarks like Bougainvillea Cem and Lake Tulane.

  15. 2015 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2015 Print
    2015 Lake Arbuckle
    2015 Print · USGS
    Avon Park and the surrounding lake country of the Florida ridge are shown in detail during the mid-2010s. Researchers can trace local development around Avon Park and Alpine, or locate smaller features like Lake Isabell and Lake Godwin.

  16. 2015 Map of Frostproof, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Frostproof, 2015 Print
    2015 Frostproof
    2015 Print · USGS
    The Florida citrus ridge around Frostproof is showcased here in a modern era of lakefront growth and rural persistence. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like Maxcy Quarters, the Silver Lake Cem, and the grid of West Frostproof.

  17. 2015 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2015 Print
    2015 Lake Arbuckle SW
    2015 Print · USGS
    Avon Park and northern Sebring are shown during a period of steady expansion among the region's characteristic central Florida lakes. Researchers can trace the boundaries of Sebring Shores, find local burial sites at Lakeside Cem, and explore the drainage patterns of Carter Cr.

  18. 2018 Map of Avon Park, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Avon Park, 2018 Print
    2018 Avon Park
    2018 Print · USGS
    Avon Park and the citrus-growing highlands are shown here at a peak of modern development. Genealogists and local historians can trace the street grids of Avon Park, locate Bougainvillea Cems, and study the lakeside clusters of Avon Park Lakes.

  19. 2018 Map of Frostproof, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Frostproof, 2018 Print
    2018 Frostproof
    2018 Print · USGS
    Central Florida’s citrus and lake country is captured here during a period of steady residential growth along the sandy highlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites near Maxcy Quarters, the Silver Lake Cem, or early air travel at Lake Clinch Airpark.

  20. 2018 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2018 Print
    2018 Lake Arbuckle
    2018 Print · USGS
    The Highlands County interior and the Lake Wales Ridge appear here in the late 2010s, showing the intersection of citrus groves and deep-water lakes. Genealogists and local researchers can locate the settlement of Alpine or trace family landmarks near Pioneer Lake and Lake Isabell.

  21. 2018 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2018 Print
    2018 Lake Arbuckle SW
    2018 Print · USGS
    Highlands County is shown in this recent survey during a period of continued residential and agricultural development between its two largest cities. Researchers can locate specific family landmarks such as Lakeside Cem and Pinecrest Cem or trace the shoreline of Lake Jackson and Lake Sebring.

  22. 2021 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Lake Arbuckle SW, 2021 Print
    2021 Lake Arbuckle SW
    2021 Print · USGS
    Highlands County is defined by its citrus-country lakes and the growing residential corridors of the 2020s. Researchers can trace the development around Avon Park and Sebring, locating landmarks like Pinecrest Cem and Lake Letta.

  23. 2021 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Lake Arbuckle, 2021 Print
    2021 Lake Arbuckle
    2021 Print · USGS
    Florida's central ridge and wetland systems are captured here in the early twenty-first century, showcasing the area between Frostproof and Avon Park. Genealogists and local researchers can trace old routes like Old Avon Park Rd or explore the drainage of Bonnet Cr and Blue Jordan Swamp.

  24. 2021 Map of Frostproof, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Frostproof, 2021 Print
    2021 Frostproof
    2021 Print · USGS
    Florida's citrus and lake country comes into focus in this recent survey of the Lake Wales Ridge during the early 2020s. Researchers can trace local development around Frostproof and Maxcy Quarters or locate family sites near the Silver Lake Cem.

  25. 2021 Map of Avon Park, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Avon Park, 2021 Print
    2021 Avon Park
    2021 Print · USGS
    Avon Park and the unique Lake Wales Ridge geography are captured in this contemporary survey of central Florida's citrus and lake country. Researchers can trace the development of Avon Park Lakes and locate landmarks like Bougainvillea Cemetery or the Crews Homestead Ranch Airport.

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