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1950s Maps of Piscataquis County, Maine

Explore 31 historic maps of Piscataquis County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Piscataquis County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Piscataquis County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Piscataquis County, ME maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Kingsbury
    1950 Map of Kingsbury
    1950 Kingsbury
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Maine interior at the dawn of the fifties is a patchwork of small crossroads and remote ponds. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Mayfield Corner, Brighton, and the Foss Hill Cem, or explore the rural school districts like Campbell Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1950 Map of Sebec Lake, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Sebec Lake, 1952 Print
    1950 Sebec Lake
    1952 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Piscataquis County reveals a landscape of slate quarries, remote rail outposts, and wilderness trails just after the war. You can trace the mining history near Monson at Hillside Quarry or follow the Canadian Pacific line to the settlement at Onawa.
    7 unique versions available
  7. 1951 Map of Boyd Lake
    1951 Map of Boyd Lake
    1951 Boyd Lake
    1951 Print · USGS
    Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties are captured here in the early 1950s, showing a landscape of timber-rail economies and scattered rural schoolhouses. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Bradford Center, the Hoxie Sch, or along the Bangor and Aroostook rail line.
  10. 1951 Map of Greenville, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Greenville, 1952 Print
    1951 Greenville
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Moosehead Lake region flourished as a rail and timber hub in the early fifties, where the northern woods met the water. Trace the path of the Appalachian Trail or locate the junction of the Canadian Pacific Railroad and Bangor and Aroostook Railroad near Greenville.
    6 unique versions available
  13. 1951 Map of Norcross, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Norcross, 1953 Print
    1951 Norcross
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Maine North Woods at mid-century reveal a complex logging and sporting landscape centered on the village of Norcross. Researchers can trace the legacy of the timber trade and wilderness camps at the Boom House, Ambajejus Camps, and Stephensons Landing.
    5 unique versions available
  16. 1952 Map of Jo-Mary Mountain, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Jo-Mary Mountain, 1953 Print
    1952 Jo-Mary Mountain
    1953 Print · USGS
    Central Maine's wilderness is captured here in the early fifties, showing the legendary Appalachian Trail as it crosses a landscape of high peaks and isolated ponds. Hikers and researchers can trace the old routes to the Wadleigh Lookout Tower or locate remote camps near Nahamakanta Lake and Jo-Mary Mtn.
    5 unique versions available
  19. 1952 Map of First Roach Pond, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of First Roach Pond, 1954 Print
    1952 First Roach Pond
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Maine wilderness near Kokadjo is captured here in the early fifties, showing a landscape of timber grants and remote ponds. Researchers can trace the original path of the Appalachian Trail and locate local landmarks like the State Fish Hatchery and VABM Lookout Tower.
    6 unique versions available
  22. 1953 Map of Telos Lake, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Telos Lake, 1955 Print
    1953 Telos Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Maine North Woods in the early fifties reveal a remote wilderness of interconnected waterways and logging history. Genealogists and historians can trace the primitive Tote Road and locate early sporting sites like Camp Phoenix or the Telos Dam.
  25. 1954 Map of Seboomook Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Seboomook Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Seboomook Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Maine North Woods in the 1950s was a landscape of timber tracts and managed waterways. You can trace early logging infrastructure and remote outposts like Pittston Farm and Seboomook Lake.
    6 unique versions available
  28. 1954 Map of Chesuncook, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Chesuncook, 1955 Print
    1954 Chesuncook
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Maine North Woods around the mid-1950s reveal a landscape of interconnected lakes and isolated settlements centered on Chesuncook Lake. Researchers can trace the layout of Chesuncook Village, find the remote Chamberlain Farm, and locate the historic Carry Trail.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1954 Map of North East Carry, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of North East Carry, 1955 Print
    1954 North East Carry
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Maine north woods and the upper reaches of Moosehead Lake are captured here in the mid-1950s. You can trace the historic portage at North East Carry and locate remote outposts like Smiths Halfway House and Penobscot Farm.
    9 unique versions available
  34. 1954 Map of Spider Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Spider Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Spider Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Piscataquis wilderness in the early fifties was a remote network of timberlands and glacial ponds. Researchers can trace historical routes along Spider Lake and locate early fire protection markers like the Lookout Tower on Beetle Mtn.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1954 Map of Caucomgomoc Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Caucomgomoc Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Caucomgomoc Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Piscataquis County wilderness in the mid-fifties is captured here as a landscape of timber-driven waterways and remote outposts. Trace the logging infrastructure of the era through Caucomgomoc Dam, the Camp Ground, and the rugged peaks of Caucomgomoc Mtn.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1954 Map of Churchill Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Churchill Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Churchill Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Allagash wilderness in the mid-fifties remained a landscape of timber history and remote sporting camps. Trace the famous Tramway between the big lakes or locate old forest outposts like Zeigler Camp Ground and the Lock Dam.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1954 Map of Allagash Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Allagash Lake, 1955 Print
    1954 Allagash Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern Maine's remote timberlands are captured here in the mid-fifties, before modern roads reached these deep woods. Trace the wilderness waterways from Allagash Lake to the Allagash Lookout Tower and the remote St Francis Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1954 Map of Grant Farm, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Grant Farm, 1955 Print
    1954 Grant Farm
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern Maine's timberlands and lake systems are captured here in the mid-1950s before significant modern development. Researchers can trace historic township boundaries and remote outposts like Grant Farm or locate the Lookout Tower on Big Spencer Mtn.
    6 unique versions available
  49. 1954 Map of Harrington Lake, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Harrington Lake, 1956 Print
    1954 Harrington Lake
    1956 Print · USGS
    The North Woods of the 1950s come alive in this survey of the Penobscot river system and its rugged interior peaks. Trace the early path of the Appalachian Trail past Rainbow Lake or locate the infrastructure at Ripogenus Dam and the Forest Service Camp.
    5 unique versions available
  52. 1954 Map of Millinocket Lake, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Millinocket Lake, 1958 Print
    1954 Millinocket Lake
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Maine north woods are documented here during the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of unorganized townships and timberlands. Researchers can trace historic logging routes along the Tote Road and locate remote outposts like Libby Camp and the Forest Service Camp.
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1954 Map of Presque Isle, 1968 Print
    1954 Map of Presque Isle, 1968 Print
    1954 Presque Isle
    1968 Print · USGS
    North Woods logging and rail history come alive in this mid-century survey of the Maine-Quebec borderlands. Genealogists and historians can trace the Bangor and Aroostook railroad through timber hubs like Ashland, Smyrna Mills, and Presque Isle.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1954 Map of Millinocket, 1968 Print
    1954 Map of Millinocket, 1968 Print
    1954 Millinocket
    1968 Print · USGS
    Maine's North Woods and the Penobscot Valley are captured here during the mid-century era of logging and rail dominance. You can trace the path of the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad through timber towns like Millinocket, Mattawamkeag, and Silver Ridge.
    3 unique versions available
  61. 1955 Map of Traveler Mountain, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Traveler Mountain, 1956 Print
    1955 Traveler Mountain
    1956 Print · USGS
    Northern Maine's timberlands and early park boundaries are detailed here in the mid-fifties. Researchers can locate remote logging outposts like Trout Brook Farm, early dams at Norway Dam, and the historic Indian Carry near Grand Pitch.
    4 unique versions available
  64. 1955 Map of Clayton Lake, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Clayton Lake, 1956 Print
    1955 Clayton Lake
    1956 Print · USGS
    The North Maine Woods in the mid-1950s remained a remote timberland shaped by the St John River and expansive lakes. Researchers can locate specific backcountry outposts like Ninemile Bridge, Gannett Camp, and the Game Warden Camp along the winding logging roads.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1955 Map of Boyd Lake, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Boyd Lake, 1956 Print
    1955 Boyd Lake
    1956 Print · USGS
    Penobscot and Piscataquis counties are captured here in the mid-fifties as the rail-and-river economy supported towns like Milo and Derby. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as the Orneville Sch, Williams Cem, and the Bradford High Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  70. 1956 Map of The Forks, 1961 Print
    1956 Map of The Forks, 1961 Print
    1956 The Forks
    1961 Print · USGS
    Somerset County’s river-driven landscape is captured here in the mid-fifties, centered on the vital junction of the Kennebec River. Genealogists and historians can locate the Franklin Sch, trace the old route of Shirley Road, and find the lakeside settlement of Troutdale.
    5 unique versions available
  73. 1957 Map of Moosehead Lake, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Moosehead Lake, 1959 Print
    1957 Moosehead Lake
    1959 Print · USGS
    Moosehead Lake's central reaches are captured here in the late fifties, showing a wilderness of large islands and timber grants before heavy modern development. Researchers can trace the Canadian Pacific rail line and locate landmarks like the Mt Kineo Lookout Tower and Deer Head Farm.
    4 unique versions available
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