Old Maps of Foley, Louisiana for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 9 historic maps of Foley. 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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Foley, LA maps

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  1. 1947 Map of Foley
    1947 Map of Foley
    1947 Foley
    1947 Print · USGS
    Allen Parish during the mid-1930s and 40s shows a landscape in transition from timber extraction to permanent settlement. Researchers can trace the Old Logging Railroad Grades and locate family landmarks like Pine Sch and Foley.

  2. 1950 Map of Foley
    1950 Map of Foley
    1950 Foley
    1950 Print · USGS
    Allen Parish was a hub of timber and rail activity in the mid-twentieth century. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Foley and Canton or locate local landmarks like Pine Sch and the extensive Old Logging Railroad Grade.

  3. 1951 Map of Guy, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Guy, 1952 Print
    1951 Guy
    1952 Print · USGS
    Allen Parish at the start of the 1950s shows a landscape of rail-driven settlements and growing irrigation systems north of Oberlin. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like St Johns Chapel, Deshotel Cem, and the small community of Guy.

  4. 1952 Map of Lake Charles
    1952 Map of Lake Charles
    1952 Lake Charles
    1952 Print · USGS
    Southwest Louisiana is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by the rise of the petrochemical industry and deep-water navigation. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous small-town settlements and oil developments like Nibletts Bluff, the Lockport Oil Field, and Starks.

  5. 1954 Map of Lake Charles, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Lake Charles, 1964 Print
    1954 Lake Charles
    1964 Print · USGS
    Southwest Louisiana in the mid-fifties is defined by its massive petroleum industry and its complex network of bayous and rail lines. Researchers can trace the development of the Sulphur Mines Oil Field or locate historic settlements like Longville and De Quincy.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1960 Map of Guy, 1961 Print
    1960 Map of Guy, 1961 Print
    1960 Guy
    1961 Print · USGS
    The rural landscapes of Allen Parish come to life in the early sixties, centered on the MISSOURI PACIFIC rail corridor. Genealogists can trace family footprints through numerous small burial sites like Reed Cem and Deshotel Cem, alongside the early oil infrastructure at Foley.
    4 unique versions available

  7. 1961 Map of Castor Creek, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Castor Creek, 1963 Print
    1961 Castor Creek
    1963 Print · USGS
    Allen and Evangeline Parishes are shown in the early sixties as timber and rail give way to oil and gas development. Trace family heritage at St Johns Chapel or McGee Mission, and locate vanished infrastructure along the Old Railroad Grade.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1986 Map of Ville Platte
    1986 Map of Ville Platte
    1986 Ville Platte
    1986 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana in the 1980s reveals a complex landscape of pine forests and bayou networks spanning seven distinct parishes. Researchers can trace historic rail lines like the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe RR and locate settlements such as Simmons Settlement, Redland, and Elizabeth.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 2024 Map of Guy, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Guy, 2024 Print
    2024 Guy
    2024 Print · USGS
    Allen Parish in the modern era maintains its quiet rural character where the Calcasieu River meets a network of family-named gullies and creeks. Genealogists can trace local roots through several family burial grounds, including McGee Cem, Deshotel Cem, and the small settlement of Ward.

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