Old Maps of Bedford, Iowa for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 7 historic maps of Bedford. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Bedford.


Bedford, IA maps

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  1. 1940 Map of Bedford, 1954 Print
    1940 Map of Bedford, 1954 Print
    1940 Bedford
    1954 Print · USGS
    Covers Bedford, including Sheridan, Conway, and other nearby areas
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1943 Map of Bedford
    1943 Map of Bedford
    1943 Bedford
    1943 Print · USGS
    Covers Bedford, including Sheridan, Conway, and other nearby areas
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1955 Map of Nebraska City, 1967 Print
    1955 Map of Nebraska City, 1967 Print
    1955 Nebraska City
    1967 Print · USGS
    Covers Bedford, including Maryville, Nebraska City, and other nearby areas
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1957 Map of Nebraska City
    1957 Map of Nebraska City
    1957 Nebraska City
    1957 Print · USGS
    Covers Bedford, including Maryville, Nebraska City, and other nearby areas

  5. 1958 Map of Nebraska City
    1958 Map of Nebraska City
    1958 Nebraska City
    1958 Print · USGS
    Covers Bedford, including Maryville, Nebraska City, and other nearby areas

  6. 1980 Map of Bedford, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Bedford, 1981 Print
    1980 Bedford
    1981 Print · USGS
    Covers Bedford, including Conway, Taylor County, and other nearby areas

  7. 1985 Map of Mount Ayr
    1985 Map of Mount Ayr
    1985 Mount Ayr
    1985 Print · USGS
    Covers Bedford, including Mount Ayr, Corning, and other nearby areas
    2 unique versions available

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