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1970s Maps of Oxford County, Maine

Explore 31 historic maps of Oxford County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Oxford County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Oxford County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Oxford County, ME maps

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  1. 1970 Map of Gilead, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Gilead, 1972 Print
    1970 Gilead
    1972 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Androscoggin River and Wild River defines this Oxford County landscape in the early seventies. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Trunk Road past Gilead, find the Chapman Cem, or locate the Mine near the Bethel border.
  4. 1970 Map of Speckled Mountain, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Speckled Mountain, 1972 Print
    1970 Speckled Mountain
    1972 Print · USGS
    The Maine backcountry in the early seventies reveals a landscape transition from timber extraction to forest recreation. Researchers can trace the layout of the Speckled Mtn Lookout Tower, the Hastings settlement, and several scenic Cold River Overlook sites.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1970 Map of East Stoneham, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of East Stoneham, 1972 Print
    1970 East Stoneham
    1972 Print · USGS
    Oxford County in the early seventies shows a landscape of dense national forest and scattered mountain settlements. Genealogists and hikers can trace old family burial sites like Songo Cem or navigate the terrain near Albany Notch and East Stoneham.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1970 Map of Wild River, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Wild River, 1972 Print
    1970 Wild River
    1972 Print · USGS
    The New Hampshire and Maine borderlands are shown here in the early 1970s, focused on the drainage of the Wild River. Trace the high-country Appalachian Trail and find backcountry landmarks like the Spruce Brook Shelter and Brickett Place.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1970 Map of Bethel, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Bethel, 1972 Print
    1970 Bethel
    1972 Print · USGS
    Bethel and the surrounding Oxford County highlands are captured here during the 1970s as the rail and river economy shaped the valley. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Skillingston Cem, locate the historic Gould Academy, or follow the path of the Grand Trunk railroad through West Bethel.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1970 Map of Shelburne, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Shelburne, 1972 Print
    1970 Shelburne
    1972 Print · USGS
    Shelburne and the high Mahoosuc Range are documented in the early 1970s as the river valley served as a vital corridor for rail and energy transit. Trace the historic Appalachian Trail route past Gentian Pond or locate the Hazelton Cem and the Grand Trunk Railway line.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1975 Map of Cornish, 1979 Print
    1975 Map of Cornish, 1979 Print
    1975 Cornish
    1979 Print · USGS
    Maine's river-valley communities are captured in this mid-seventies aerial survey of York County. Researchers can trace land use patterns near Cornish and the winding banks of the Saco River and Ossipee River.
  22. 1976 Map of Sherbrooke
    1976 Map of Sherbrooke
    1976 Sherbrooke
    1976 Print · USGS
    The northern Maine woods and Quebec’s Eastern Townships meet in this mid-century survey of the rugged international borderlands. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-and-river connections through Thetford Mines, follow the Dead River to Flagstaff Lake, or locate small border crossings at Stanhope and Beecher Falls.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1976 Map of Umbagog Lake North, 1983 Print
    1976 Map of Umbagog Lake North, 1983 Print
    1976 Umbagog Lake North
    1983 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of Umbagog Lake and the unincorporated lands of Coos County are captured here in the mid-1970s. Researchers can trace the sinuous path of the Magalloway River as it meets Wentworths Location and Sturtevant Pond.
  28. 1976 Map of Moose Bog, 1983 Print
    1976 Map of Moose Bog, 1983 Print
    1976 Moose Bog
    1983 Print · USGS
    The northern Maine wilderness near the Quebec border is seen here in the mid-1970s through detailed aerial orthophotography. Trace the remote waterways of the Magalloway River and identify secluded landmarks like Moose Bog and Barker Pond.
  31. 1976 Map of Rump Mountain, 1983 Print
    1976 Map of Rump Mountain, 1983 Print
    1976 Rump Mountain
    1983 Print · USGS
    The wilderness of the Maine-New Hampshire border is captured here in the mid-1970s through high-altitude aerial imagery. Trace the remote waters of Rump Pond and the high peaks of Rump Mountain and Prospect Mountain.
  34. 1976 Map of Success Pond, 1983 Print
    1976 Map of Success Pond, 1983 Print
    1976 Success Pond
    1983 Print · USGS
    The timbered borderlands between New Hampshire and Maine are captured from the air during the mid-seventies. Researchers can trace the exact 1976 shorelines of Success Pond and the forested slopes of Bald Mountain near Silver Stream.
  37. 1976 Map of Bosebuck Mountain, 1983 Print
    1976 Map of Bosebuck Mountain, 1983 Print
    1976 Bosebuck Mountain
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Maine-New Hampshire borderlands appear in striking photographic detail in the mid-seventies. Trace the rugged timberlands surrounding Aziscohos Lake and the remote course of the Little Magalloway River and Dead Diamond River.
  40. 1976 Map of Umbagog Lake South, 1983 Print
    1976 Map of Umbagog Lake South, 1983 Print
    1976 Umbagog Lake South
    1983 Print · USGS
    The North Country borderlands are seen here in the mid-seventies, showing the deep timber and waters of the New Hampshire and Maine line. Researchers can trace the shoreline of Umbagog Lake and locate the remote settlements of Upton and Cambridge.
  43. 1977 Map of Northwest Pond, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Northwest Pond, 1983 Print
    1977 Northwest Pond
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Maine-Quebec borderlands appear in striking detail in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by timber and water. Researchers can trace the flow of the Kennebago River and locate isolated features like Northwest Pond and Mont Gosford.
  46. 1977 Map of Lincoln Pond, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Lincoln Pond, 1983 Print
    1977 Lincoln Pond
    1983 Print · USGS
    Northern Oxford County is captured from above during the late seventies, showing the dense timberlands and water networks of the Maine woods. Researchers can trace the shoreline of Aziscohos Lake and the courses of the Magalloway River and Cupsuptic River.
  49. 1977 Map of Kennebago, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Kennebago, 1983 Print
    1977 Kennebago
    1983 Print · USGS
    Oxford County's timberlands and river systems are shown with photographic precision in the late seventies. Researchers can trace the winding Kennebago River and the shoreline of Cupsuptic Lake as they appeared during this era of forest management.
  52. 1977 Map of Old Speck Mountain, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Old Speck Mountain, 1983 Print
    1977 Old Speck Mountain
    1983 Print · USGS
    The mountains of western Maine appear in sharp detail through 1970s aerial photography. Trace the rugged drainages of Swift Cambridge River and Bull Branch while studying the peaks of Old Speck Mountain.
  55. 1977 Map of Wilsons Mills, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Wilsons Mills, 1983 Print
    1977 Wilsons Mills
    1983 Print · USGS
    Northern Maine and New Hampshire come into focus in the late 1970s, showcasing the timberlands and river valleys of the border region. Researchers can trace the winding Magalloway River and the small outpost at Wilsons Mills near the shores of Aziscohos Lake.
  58. 1977 Map of Little Kennebago Lake, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Little Kennebago Lake, 1983 Print
    1977 Little Kennebago Lake
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Maine-Quebec borderlands are captured in photographic detail during the late seventies, showing a wilderness dominated by river and peak. Researchers can trace the winding Kennebago River from Snow Mountain down to Little Kennebago Lake.
  61. 1977 Map of Puzzle Mountain, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Puzzle Mountain, 1983 Print
    1977 Puzzle Mountain
    1983 Print · USGS
    North Newry and the high peaks of Oxford County appear in this detailed 1970s orthophotograph. Researchers can trace the narrow settlement patterns along the Bear River and the forested slopes of Puzzle Mountain and Long Mountain.
  64. 1977 Map of Andover, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Andover, 1983 Print
    1977 Andover
    1983 Print · USGS
    Oxford County timberlands and remote water bodies appear in high detail during the late seventies. Researchers can trace the path of the West Branch Ellis River toward Andover or locate landmarks like Wyman Mountain and C Pond.
  67. 1977 Map of Middle Dam, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Middle Dam, 1983 Print
    1977 Middle Dam
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Maine backcountry near the New Hampshire border is captured here in the late seventies, showing the vital water link between the lakes. Trace the rugged drainage from Middle Dam down the Rapid River past the slopes of Moose Mountain.
  70. 1977 Map of B Pond, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of B Pond, 1983 Print
    1977 B Pond
    1983 Print · USGS
    Oxford County’s dense timberlands are captured in the late seventies through this unique aerial photo-survey. Trace the winding paths of the Dead Cambridge River and the West Branch Ellis River around B Pond.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1977 Map of Metallak Mountain, 1983 Print
    1977 Map of Metallak Mountain, 1983 Print
    1977 Metallak Mountain
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Maine wilderness in the late seventies is seen through aerial photography in this detailed study of the Rangeley Lakes region. Researchers can trace the timber lines and shorelines surrounding Metallak Mountain, Metallak Pond, and Richardson Lake.
    2 unique versions available
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