Old Maps of Independence, Iowa for Hiking & Exploration
Hike through history with 18 historic maps of Independence. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.
- Rediscover forgotten places: Map out old mining camps, roads, and footpaths that no longer exist on modern maps.
- Layer with modern tools: Combine with LiDAR or satellite views to plan hikes through historical terrain.
- Made for exploration: Popular among hikers, overlanders, and local history lovers.
Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of Independence.
Independence, IA maps
(18)- 1903 Map of Winthrop1903 Winthrop1903 Print · USGSEast Central Iowa was a landscape of thriving rail towns and river crossings at the turn of the century. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Independence and Marion, or locate smaller centers like Quasqueton and Toddville.2 unique versions available
- 1959 Map of Dubuque, 1982 Print1959 Dubuque1982 Print · USGSThe Tri-State region comes alive in the mid-twentieth century as a hub of river commerce and rail transit. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Illinois Central Gulf through Dubuque or locate the Savanna Ordnance Depot and Lock and Dam No 11.
- 1961 Map of Dubuque1961 Dubuque1961 Print · USGSThe Tri-State region's river-and-rail landscape is captured here during the early sixties, showing the convergence of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Trace mid-century rail lines like the Chicago Great Western Ry and explore sites like the Savanna Ordnance Depot and Backbone State Park.
- 1962 Map of Dubuque1962 Dubuque1962 Print · USGSThe Tri-State region's river-and-rail economy is captured here in the early sixties, centered on the Mississippi River bluffs. Genealogists and historians can locate Numerous lead and zinc mines, the New Melleray Abbey Monastery, and rural hubs like Saint Olaf.2 unique versions available
- 1973 Map of Independence, 1977 Print1973 Independence1977 Print · USGSIndependence and its surrounding townships are shown here in the mid-seventies as a bustling rail and river hub. You can trace the historic institutional grounds of the State Hospital or locate local landmarks like the Fairground and Oakwood Cem.2 unique versions available
- 1973 Map of Quasqueton, 1977 Print1973 Quasqueton1977 Print · USGSBuchanan County's river valleys and rail corridors are captured here in the early 1970s as the river-based economy evolved. Researchers can trace land use around Quasqueton, locate the Pine Creek Mission Ch, and follow the Old RR Grade.2 unique versions available
- 1976 Map of Dubuque1976 Dubuque1976 Print · USGSThe tri-state borderlands of Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois come alive during the mid-seventies, showing a region built on river commerce and mining. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Illinois Central railroad or locate heritage sites like the New Melleray Abbey Monastery and Backbone State Park.
- 1984 Map of Anamosa, 1985 Print1984 Anamosa1985 Print · USGSEastern Iowa's river valleys and farming communities are captured here in the mid-eighties, showing a landscape defined by the Wapsipinicon River and Maquoketa River. Genealogists and historians can locate legacy landmarks like the Independence State Hospital, Ebys Mill, and the State Penal Farm.2 unique versions available
- 2010 Map of Quasqueton, 2010 Print2010 Quasqueton2010 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Winthrop, Quasqueton, and other nearby areas
- 2010 Map of Independence, 2010 Print2010 Independence2010 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Buchanan County, United States, and other nearby areas
- 2013 Map of Independence, 2013 Print2013 Independence2013 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Buchanan County, United States, and other nearby areas
- 2013 Map of Quasqueton, 2013 Print2013 Quasqueton2013 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Winthrop, Quasqueton, and other nearby areas
- 2015 Map of Independence, 2015 Print2015 Independence2015 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Buchanan County, United States, and other nearby areas
- 2015 Map of Quasqueton, 2015 Print2015 Quasqueton2015 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Winthrop, Quasqueton, and other nearby areas
- 2018 Map of Quasqueton, 2018 Print2018 Quasqueton2018 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Winthrop, Quasqueton, and other nearby areas
- 2018 Map of Independence, 2018 Print2018 Independence2018 Print · USGSCovers Independence, including Buchanan County, United States, and other nearby areas
- 2022 Map of Independence, 2022 Print2022 Independence2022 Print · USGSIndependence and its surrounding Buchanan County townships are documented here during the early 2020s. Researchers can locate family sites at Oakwood Cem, trace the Wapsipinicon River corridor, or find the Buchanan County Courthouse in the city center.
- 2022 Map of Quasqueton, 2022 Print2022 Quasqueton2022 Print · USGSQuasqueton and the surrounding Buchanan County farmlands are captured here in the early twenty-first century along the banks of the Wapsipinicon River. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like Pine Creek Cem, Hickory Grove Cem, and the small settlement of Doris.
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