Old Maps of Union County, Georgia for Metal Detecting

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Union County, GA maps

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  1. 1886 Map of Dahlonega
    1886 Map of Dahlonega
    1886 Dahlonega
    1886 Print · USGS
    The North Georgia mountains in the mid-1880s reveal a landscape of mining camps and early settlements before the modern era. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named landmarks like Helton's Field and Osbornes, or locate the Findley Mine and the Indian Mound.

  2. 1888 Map of Ellijay
    1888 Map of Ellijay
    1888 Ellijay
    1888 Print · USGS
    North Georgia in the late 1880s was a land of high peaks and emerging rail lines as the mountains were first being methodically surveyed. You can trace the Marietta and North Georgia Railroad through Blue Ridge and locate vanished stops like Vanzants Store or the rural community of Cherry Log.

  3. 1892 Map of Dahlonega
    1892 Map of Dahlonega
    1892 Dahlonega
    1892 Print · USGS
    The North Georgia mountains come alive in the late nineteenth century, showing the rugged terrain around the mining hub of Dahlonega. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Osbornes, find the elusive Gold Mine, and locate the Indian Mound.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1892 Map of Ellijay
    1892 Map of Ellijay
    1892 Ellijay
    1892 Print · USGS
    North Georgia's mountain communities were primarily connected by river valleys and the winding Marietta and North Georgia Railroad in the late nineteenth century. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and centers of trade like Vanzant's Store, Mineral Bluff, and Cherry Log.

  5. 1896 Map of Dahlonega
    1896 Map of Dahlonega
    1896 Dahlonega
    1896 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge and North Georgia gold belt are shown here in the 1890s, when mining and mountain gaps defined local travel. Genealogists can trace family roots in Dahlonega, Porter Springs, and the Findley Mine or locate early settlements like Nacoochee.

  6. 1898 Map of Ellijay
    1898 Map of Ellijay
    1898 Ellijay
    1898 Print · USGS
    North Georgia’s mountain country is captured here in the late nineteenth century, showing the early development of Gilmer and Fannin counties. Genealogists can trace family homesteads near old river crossings like Centers Ferry and settlements such as Mineral Bluff and Whitepath.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1903 Map of Dahlonega
    1903 Map of Dahlonega
    1903 Dahlonega
    1903 Print · USGS
    North Georgia and the Blue Ridge were defined by mountain settlements and early industry at the turn of the century. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations across the Nacoochee Valley, locate the Asbestos Mines, or find old sites like Loudsville and Porter Springs.
    5 unique versions available

  8. 1911 Map of Ellijay
    1911 Map of Ellijay
    1911 Ellijay
    1911 Print · USGS
    North Georgia and the Tennessee border are captured here at the turn of the century, showing a mountain landscape of river ferries and early rail. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Higdons Store, the Pisgah church, or crossings at Bakers Ferry and Shallow Ford.
    4 unique versions available

  9. 1935 Map of Coosa Bald
    1935 Map of Coosa Bald
    1935 Coosa Bald
    1935 Print · USGS
    Union County, Georgia, is captured during the mid-thirties as the river valleys were being surveyed for infrastructure and conservation. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Cowden Cem, Choestoe, and rural landmarks like Trackrock School.

  10. 1935 Map of Ivylog
    1935 Map of Ivylog
    1935 Ivylog
    1935 Print · USGS
    Union County, Georgia, and the North Carolina borderlands are captured here in the mid-1930s before major dam projects reshaped the river valleys. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through numerous country landmarks like Ivylog Cem, Mt Zion Sch, and Davenport Mill.

  11. 1935 Map of Mulky Gap
    1935 Map of Mulky Gap
    1935 Mulky Gap
    1935 Print · USGS
    Union and Fannin Counties were characterized by small mills and mountain gaps in the mid-1930s. Genealogists can trace family roots at Jones Cem or Harkins Cem, while historians can locate CCC Camp No F-12 and Clements Mills.

  12. 1935 Map of Cowrock
    1935 Map of Cowrock
    1935 Cowrock
    1935 Print · USGS
    The northern Georgia high country is captured here during the mid-1930s as federal agencies mapped the watershed for the Tennessee Valley Authority. Hikers and historians can trace the early route of the Appalachian Trail through Tesnatee Gap and past the summit of Cowrock Mtn.

  13. 1935 Map of Noontootla
    1935 Map of Noontootla
    1935 Noontootla
    1935 Print · USGS
    North Georgia's mountain ridges and valley settlements are captured here in the mid-1930s as the Tennessee Valley Authority and USGS surveyed the region. Researchers can trace the early APPALACHIAN TRAIL past the FIRE TOWER on Hawk Mtn and locate sites like Stock Hill Ch or the Rock Creek Cem.

  14. 1935 Map of Wilscot
    1935 Map of Wilscot
    1935 Wilscot
    1935 Print · USGS
    North Georgia mountain life is caught in a moment of transition in the mid-1930s as the TVA and CCC arrived in the Blue Ridge. Genealogists can trace old homesteads and landmarks like Star Creek Mill, Sugar Hill Ch, and CCC Camp F 8 along the Toccoa River.

  15. 1935 Map of Culberson
    1935 Map of Culberson
    1935 Culberson
    1935 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of North Carolina and Georgia come alive in this mid-1930s study of the mountain gaps and rail corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Hawkins Mill, Bell Sch, and New Liberty Ch along the winding Hemptown Creek.

  16. 1935 Map of Gumlog
    1935 Map of Gumlog
    1935 Gumlog
    1935 Print · USGS
    Upper Georgia and North Carolina meet in this mid-1930s landscape, where mountain gaps and creek valleys dictate the layout of rural life. Researchers can trace the heritage of remote settlements like Gumlog and find local landmarks such as Ownby Mill and Zebulon Ch.

  17. 1935 Map of Suches
    1935 Map of Suches
    1935 Suches
    1935 Print · USGS
    The North Georgia mountains in the mid-1930s are captured here as federal forestry and New Deal projects began to reshape the Blue Ridge. Genealogists can trace early homesteads near Suches and Gaddistown or locate rural landmarks like Corinth Sch and Gilreath Mill.

  18. 1935 Map of Jacks Gap
    1935 Map of Jacks Gap
    1935 Jacks Gap
    1935 Print · USGS
    The high ridges of Union and Towns counties are captured here in the mid-1930s just as the Appalachian Trail was being established through the Cherokee National Forest. Researchers can locate vanished rural landmarks like Town Creek Sch and Old Liberty Ch tucked between Brasstown Bald Mtn and the Nottely River.

  19. 1935 Map of Neels Gap
    1935 Map of Neels Gap
    1935 Neels Gap
    1935 Print · USGS
    The high peaks of the Blue Ridge come into focus during the mid-1930s as early park infrastructure and mountain trails are established. Trace the original path of the Appalachian Trail past Blood Mtn, Zion Ch, and the heights of Neels Gap.

  20. 1935 Map of Hiawassee
    1935 Map of Hiawassee
    1935 Hiawassee
    1935 Print · USGS
    The Georgia-North Carolina border country comes alive in the mid-1930s, showing the early infrastructure of the Appalachian highlands. You can trace family history through sites like Young Harris, Townsend Mill, and the Lower Bell Creek School.

  21. 1938 Map of Mulky Gap
    1938 Map of Mulky Gap
    1938 Mulky Gap
    1938 Print · USGS
    Union County and Fannin County meet here in the late 1930s, showing a mountain landscape of rural post offices and federal conservation camps. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations through Jones Cem, Youngcane School, and Dillard Chapel.
    4 unique versions available

  22. 1938 Map of Cowrock
    1938 Map of Cowrock
    1938 Cowrock
    1938 Print · USGS
    High in the Blue Ridge during the late thirties, this survey shows the rugged intersection of White, Union, and Lumpkin counties. Hikers and historians can trace the early Appalachian Trail as it crosses through Tesnatee Gap and past Cowrock Mtn.

  23. 1938 Map of Coosa Bald
    1938 Map of Coosa Bald
    1938 Coosa Bald
    1938 Print · USGS
    Union County and the mountain seat of Blairsville are captured here in the late 1930s, showing a landscape of high ridges and deep river valleys. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks like Butt Cem and early community centers such as Shadydale Sch and Coosa Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  24. 1938 Map of Jacks Gap
    1938 Map of Jacks Gap
    1938 Jacks Gap
    1938 Print · USGS
    The high peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains are captured in the late 1930s, centered on the summit of Brasstown Bald. Genealogists and hikers can trace early routes like the Appalachian Trail or locate the Old Liberty Ch and the settlement of Hood.

  25. 1938 Map of Neels Gap
    1938 Map of Neels Gap
    1938 Neels Gap
    1938 Print · USGS
    The high ridges of Lumpkin and Union counties are shown in the late 1930s, just as the region’s modern parks were taking shape. Researchers can trace the early Appalachian Trail, the grounds of Vogel State Park, and the community at Zion Church.

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