1980s Maps of Gem County, Idaho

Explore 11 historic maps of Gem County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — 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 Gem County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1980s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Gem County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.


Gem County, ID maps

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  1. 1980 Map of McCall, 1993 Print
    1980 Map of McCall, 1993 Print
    1980 McCall
    1993 Print · USGS
    The high timber country and glacial lakes of the West Mountains are documented here in the early eighties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Union Pacific rail line and family-linked sites like Roseberry, Starkey, and the North Hornet Mine.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1980 Map of Weiser, 1993 Print
    1980 Map of Weiser, 1993 Print
    1980 Weiser
    1993 Print · USGS
    The Snake River valley and the foothills of the Boise Mountains are captured here in the 1980s, showing the vital rail and water infrastructure of the region. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific line through Payette or locate rural landmarks like Hog Cove Butte and Wilburn Butte.

  3. 1981 Map of Boise
    1981 Map of Boise
    1981 Boise
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Boise River valley and Treasure Plain are captured here in the early eighties as urban expansion began to link the regional hubs of the Snake River plain. Researchers can trace the development of Nampa, Caldwell, and Meridian or locate landmarks like Lake Lowell and Eagle Island State Park.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1985 Map of Sage Hen Reservoir, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Sage Hen Reservoir, 1986 Print
    1985 Sage Hen Reservoir
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Boise National Forest highlands are captured here in the early 1980s, centered on the Sage Hen Reservoir. Researchers can trace old forest boundaries and topographic landmarks like Tripod Summit, Timber Flat, and Antelope Swale.

  5. 1985 Map of Tripod Peak, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Tripod Peak, 1986 Print
    1985 Tripod Peak
    1986 Print · USGS
    The high basins of the Boise and Payette National Forests are captured here in the mid-1980s, centered on the drainage of Squaw Creek. Researchers can locate specialized landmarks like the Snowbank Mountain radio tower, the seasonal Wilson Meadows, and the high waters of Blue Lake.

  6. 1985 Map of Cold Spring Ridge, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Cold Spring Ridge, 1986 Print
    1985 Cold Spring Ridge
    1986 Print · USGS
    The high ridges of Adams and Valley counties are captured here in the mid-1980s, documenting a rugged interface of national forest lands and major watersheds. Outdoorsmen and historians can trace the steep terrain from Lookout Peak and Mica Saddle down to the eastern shores of the Cascade Reservoir.

  7. 1985 Map of Pearl, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Pearl, 1986 Print
    1985 Pearl
    1986 Print · USGS
    The mining community of Pearl is captured in the mid-1980s, surrounded by a landscape etched with geological exploration. Researchers can identify numerous prospects and a Mine Shaft near Prospect Peak, or trace the winding courses of North Fork Willow Creek and Spring Valley Creek.

  8. 1985 Map of Montour, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Montour, 1986 Print
    1985 Montour
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Payette River and Sweet Valley are captured here in the mid-1980s, showcasing the intersection of canyon terrain and riverside settlement. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Roystone Hot Springs, the community of Sweet, and the waters of Black Canyon Reservoir.

  9. 1985 Map of Northeast Emmett, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Northeast Emmett, 1986 Print
    1985 Northeast Emmett
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Payette River valley comes into sharp focus during the 1980s, revealing the intricate irrigation network of the Emmett Valley. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Cem near Emmett, the settlement of Plaza, and the waters of the Black Canyon Reservoir.

  10. 1985 Map of Southeast Emmett, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Southeast Emmett, 1986 Print
    1985 Southeast Emmett
    1986 Print · USGS
    Southeast of Emmett in the mid-1980s, the irrigation canals of the valley meet the rising slopes of the Boise Front. Trace the paths of the Black Canyon Canal and the ascent of Freezeout Hill, alongside landmarks like Willow Creek.

  11. 1985 Map of High Valley, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of High Valley, 1986 Print
    1985 High Valley
    1986 Print · USGS
    The high timberlands and headwaters of the Boise National Forest are captured here in the mid-eighties. Genealogists and historians can trace old forestry routes and high-country landmarks like High Valley, Dry Buck Meadow, and Ola Summit.

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