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Old Maps of Cape Coral, Florida for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 48 historic maps of Cape Coral. 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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Cape Coral, FL maps

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  1. 1956 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 1957 Print
    1956 Punta Gorda SE
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Charlotte County appears here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by mangrove keys and the early infrastructure of the Florida Gulf Coast. Researchers can trace the Atlantic Coast Line rail route and locate local landmarks like Cockroach Mound, John Quiet Lakes, and South Punta Gorda Heights.
    5 unique versions available
  4. 1956 Map of West Palm Beach, 1964 Print
    1956 Map of West Palm Beach, 1964 Print
    1956 West Palm Beach
    1964 Print · USGS
    South Florida during the mid-fifties exhibits a fascinating balance between expanding coastal cities and the vast interior wetlands. Researchers can trace the development of inland settlements like Immokalee and Okeelanta or locate vanished landmarks like Chosen and Buckingham Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1956 Map of Tampa, 1964 Print
    1956 Map of Tampa, 1964 Print
    1956 Tampa
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast thrived in the mid-fifties, from the bustling docks of Tampa to the quiet shores of Sanibel. Genealogists and historians can trace old rail lines like the Atlantic Coast Line or find early layouts of Port Charlotte and Bokeelia.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1956 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1982 Print
    1956 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1982 Print
    1956 Charlotte Harbor
    1982 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida in the mid-fifties reveals the early growth of bayside communities and the preservation of vast wetland refuges. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Seaboard Air Line and find historic waterfront locales from Boca Grande to Punta Gorda.
  13. 1957 Map of West Palm Beach
    1957 Map of West Palm Beach
    1957 West Palm Beach
    1957 Print · USGS
    Southern Florida in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape defined by massive drainage canals and the early expansion of the Gold Coast. Genealogists and historians can trace industrial outposts like the Sugar plant and Everglades Labor Center, or locate the Jupiter Auxiliary Air Force Base.
  16. 1957 Map of Gilchrist, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Gilchrist, 1958 Print
    1957 Gilchrist
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida interior lands at the Lee and Charlotte county line show a landscape dominated by wetlands and early rail infrastructure in the late fifties. Trace the path of the Atlantic Coast Line or locate the settlement at Gilchrist and the residential plats of South Punta Gorda Heights.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1958 Map of West Palm Beach
    1958 Map of West Palm Beach
    1958 West Palm Beach
    1958 Print · USGS
    South Florida in the late fifties was a land of transition between massive agricultural works and rapid coastal growth. Genealogists and historians can trace old canal networks, early rail lines like the Florida East Coast, and landmarks like the Moore Haven Lock or Jupiter Auxiliary Air Force Base.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1958 Map of Matlacha
    1958 Map of Matlacha
    1958 Matlacha
    1958 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lee County is shown here in the late fifties as the bridge network linked isolated islands to the Florida mainland. Researchers can trace the early layout of Matlacha, the location of the Pine Island Lookout Tower, and Indian Field.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1958 Map of Fort Myers NW, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Fort Myers NW, 1959 Print
    1958 Fort Myers NW
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Caloosahatchee River waterfront and the emerging suburbs of North Fort Myers come alive in this late-fifties topographic record. Local historians can trace the foundations of the community through the English Sch, the State Prison Camp, and the Old Railroad Grade that once served the region.
    5 unique versions available
  28. 1958 Map of Fort Myers SW, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Fort Myers SW, 1959 Print
    1958 Fort Myers SW
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Caloosahatchee River waterfront and Southwest Florida's early development are captured here in the late fifties. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Orangewood Sch, Truckland, and the Iona Sch (Abandoned).
    6 unique versions available
  31. 1958 Map of Pine Island Center, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Pine Island Center, 1959 Print
    1958 Pine Island Center
    1959 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lee County is documented here in the late fifties, showcasing the intricate mangrove shorelines and early island settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Matlacha, St James City, and the inland hub at Pine Island Center.
    6 unique versions available
  34. 1959 Map of Tampa
    1959 Map of Tampa
    1959 Tampa
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast appears in this late fifties survey during a period of steady coastal growth and established rail commerce. Researchers can trace historic neighborhoods and transit lines from Tampa to St Petersburg, or locate landmarks like Mac Dill AFB and Boca Grande.
  37. 1960 Map of Tampa
    1960 Map of Tampa
    1960 Tampa
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast was undergoing a major transformation at the start of the sixties, with new bridges linking burgeoning cities across the bays. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of St Petersburg and Tampa, or locate coastal landmarks like Mac Dill AFB and the Sunshine Skyway.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1972 Map of Tampa, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Tampa, 1974 Print
    1972 Tampa
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Florida Gulf Coast appears in a period of significant growth during the early seventies, from the urban centers of the bay to the quiet southern keys. Researchers can trace the expansion of St Petersburg or locate family sites near Safety Harbor, Valrico, and Boca Ciega.
  43. 1981 Map of Fort Myers
    1981 Map of Fort Myers
    1981 Fort Myers
    1981 Print · USGS
    Southwest Florida experienced a transformative era of growth during the early eighties as coastal cities pushed inland toward the Everglades. Trace the expansion of Lehigh Acres and Cape Coral or locate rural landmarks like Palmdale and the Brighton Indian Reservation.
  46. 1981 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1983 Print
    1981 Map of Charlotte Harbor, 1983 Print
    1981 Charlotte Harbor
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida is captured in a period of significant growth during the early eighties, balancing new residential developments with vast protected preserves. Trace the expansion of Port Charlotte and Cape Coral alongside the Seaboard Coast Line and Cayo Costa State Preserve.
  49. 1985 Map of Fort Myers, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Fort Myers, 1986 Print
    1985 Fort Myers
    1986 Print · USGS
    Southwest Florida during the mid-eighties shows a region of transition, where the riverfront growth of Fort Myers meets the inland marshes of the Everglades. Genealogists and historians can trace suburban expansion in Lehigh Acres or locate the old canal-side hubs of La Belle and Moore Haven.
  52. 1987 Map of West Palm Beach, 1988 Print
    1987 Map of West Palm Beach, 1988 Print
    1987 West Palm Beach
    1988 Print · USGS
    South Florida is captured in the mid-1980s, showcasing the intricate balance between rapid coastal growth and the vast interior wetlands. Researchers can trace the drainage canals of The Everglades or locate the boundaries of the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation and Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 2012 Map of Gilchrist, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Gilchrist, 2012 Print
    2012 Gilchrist
    2012 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida's suburban expansion is visible here in the early twenty-first century as new residential grids meet the wetlands. Researchers can trace the development of South Punta Gorda Heights and identify landmarks like the Punta Gorda Tower and Lakeville.
  58. 2012 Map of Fort Myers SW, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Fort Myers SW, 2012 Print
    2012 Fort Myers SW
    2012 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lee County in the early 2010s reveals a landscape defined by the intricate canal systems of Cape Coral and the wide reach of the Caloosahatchee River. Researchers can trace established neighborhoods like Pine Manor or locate institutional landmarks such as the Edison State College - Lee Campus.
  61. 2012 Map of Fort Myers NW, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Fort Myers NW, 2012 Print
    2012 Fort Myers NW
    2012 Print · USGS
    The rapid development of Cape Coral and Lee County is visible in this modern era survey of the Florida coast. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Prospect Cem, the Pine Shadows Airpark, and the Paradise Yacht Club Marina.
  64. 2012 Map of Pine Island Center, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Pine Island Center, 2012 Print
    2012 Pine Island Center
    2012 Print · USGS
    Pine Island and the waters of Lee County are shown during a period of significant coastal growth and development. Researchers can trace the layout of island communities like Flamingo Bay and locate local landmarks such as Woodstock Airport and Masters Landing.
  67. 2012 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 2012 Print
    2012 Punta Gorda SE
    2012 Print · USGS
    The Florida gulf coast meets suburban development in this 2012 survey of the Cape Coral and Pirate Harbor vicinity. Researchers can trace modern street networks and their intersection with coastal landmarks like Cockroach Mound and John Quiet Lakes.
  70. 2012 Map of Matlacha, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Matlacha, 2012 Print
    2012 Matlacha
    2012 Print · USGS
    Cape Coral and the surrounding Florida keys appear in this modern era as a complex web of canal-front developments and coastal mangroves. Researchers can trace the expansion of Matlacha Isles or locate landmarks like the Pine Island Lookout Tower and Indian Field.
  73. 2015 Map of Gilchrist, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Gilchrist, 2015 Print
    2015 Gilchrist
    2015 Print · USGS
    Inland Charlotte and Lee Counties appear in this mid-2010s survey as suburban development expands south of S Prong Alligator Cr. Local researchers can trace the detailed street grids of Tropical Gulf Acres and the northern outskirts of Cape Coral near Lakeville.
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