Old Maps of Harwich, Massachusetts for Hiking & Exploration
Hike through history with 58 historic maps of Harwich. 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.
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- Made for exploration: Popular among hikers, overlanders, and local history lovers.
Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of Harwich.
Harwich, MA maps
(58)- 1887 Map of Yarmouth1887 Yarmouth1887 Print · USGSMid-Cape Cod comes to life in the late nineteenth century as the rail network expands through established maritime villages. Genealogists can trace family footprints across South Yarmouth, West Dennis, and Harwich Port, or locate landmarks like Bass River Lt. and Scargo Hill.
- 1888 Map of Chatham1888 Chatham1888 Print · USGSThe Lower Cape Cod coastline appears in its late nineteenth-century form, from the settlements of Chatham and Orleans down the length of Monomoy Island. Maritime historians can trace essential safety landmarks like Chatham Lights and the Pollock Rip light ship.
- 1889 Map of Yarmouth1889 Yarmouth1889 Print · USGSMid-Cape Cod comes to life in the late 1880s as the rail network reshapes the maritime landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail stops along the Old Colony Railroad and locate vanished landmarks like the Town House or the historic harbor at Dennis Port.
- 1893 Map of Chatham1893 Chatham1893 Print · USGSThe outer Cape Cod coastline at the end of the nineteenth century reveals a complex maritime landscape of barrier islands and shifting shoals. Trace the old village footprints of Chatham and North Chatham alongside vital coastal aids like Chatham Lights and the Pollock Rip Light Ship.7 unique versions available
- 1893 Map of Yarmouth1893 Yarmouth1893 Print · USGSMid-Cape Cod in the late nineteenth century is a landscape of thriving maritime villages and a busy rail network. Trace nineteenth-century family roots across Old Colony Railroad depots and through settlements like South Yarmouth, Dennis Port, and West Brewster.7 unique versions available
- 1917 Map of Chatham1917 Chatham1917 Print · USGSThe Lower Cape's eastern elbow is captured here during the First World War era, showing a landscape defined by maritime navigation and shifting sands. Genealogists and maritime historians can trace the positions of the Chatham Lights, the Chatham Br. railroad, and the long profile of Monomoy Island.
- 1942 Map of Cape Cod Bay1942 Cape Cod Bay1942 Print · USGSThe mid-Cape and Outer Cape regions are shown here during the early war years, documenting a landscape of coastal villages and maritime trade. Researchers can trace family roots through old settlements like South Truro, find the grounds of Camp Edwards, or locate historic aids like Sandy Neck Light.
- 1942 Map of Monomoy Point1942 Monomoy Point1942 Print · USGSMonomoy Island and the surrounding Cape Cod waters are captured here just before the mid-century, showing a landscape of shifting sands and maritime outposts. Researchers can locate the Coast Guard Sta, the Stone Horse Light Ship, and private sporting sites like the Monomoy Brant Club.2 unique versions available
- 1942 Map of Chatham1942 Chatham1942 Print · USGSCoastal life on Cape Cod at the start of the 1940s centered on maritime safety and family-named waters. Researchers can trace the locations of the Chatham Lighthouse, Peoples Cem, and the long-lost Old Harbor C G Sta on the outer beach.
- 1942 Map of Nauset, 1943 Print1942 Nauset1943 Print · USGSLower Cape Cod and its maritime frontier are captured here during the early Forties, showing the vital coastal infrastructure of the era. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations and landmarks from South Wellfleet to Chatham, including Nauset Beach Light and several Life Saving Stations.
- 1943 Map of Dennis1943 Dennis1943 Print · USGSMid-Cape Cod during the early war years remains a landscape of quiet coastal villages and sprawling kettle ponds. Researchers can trace the old New York New Haven and Hartford rail line to Bass River Sta or locate family plots in Howes Cem and Swan Pond Cem.3 unique versions available
- 1943 Map of Harwich1943 Harwich1943 Print · USGSMid-Cape Cod in the early 1940s shows a landscape of glacial kettle ponds and coastal villages connected by the New York New Haven and Hartford RR. Genealogists can trace family names through the Dillingham Cem and Evergreen Cem or locate old school sites like Sea Pine Sch.3 unique versions available
- 1943 Map of Chatham1943 Chatham1943 Print · USGSCape Cod’s southeastern elbow is captured here during the early years of the war, showing a world of maritime navigation and coastal hamlets. You can trace family history at Peoples Cem or locate historic beacons like Chatham Lighthouse and Stage Harbor Lighthouse.3 unique versions available
- 1947 Map of Providence, 1948 Print1947 Providence1948 Print · USGSSouthern New England is captured in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape defined by busy industrial ports and expanding military installations. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the N.Y. N.H. & H. RR or locate coastal defenses like Fort Adams and Quonset Point.5 unique versions available
- 1947 Map of Chatham, 1956 Print1947 Chatham1956 Print · USGSCape Cod's lower elbow appears in detail just after the war, showing the maritime and village life of this coastal community. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Seaside Cem or locate the Chatham C G Sta and Chatham Airport.2 unique versions available
- 1948 Map of Providence, 1951 Print1948 Providence1951 Print · USGSSouthern New England’s coastal reaches are captured here in the late 1940s, from the industrial heart of Providence to the tip of Provincetown. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Central Vermont Railway and locate active military sites such as Otis Air Force Base and Fort Rodman.
- 1949 Map of Harwich, 1957 Print1949 Harwich1957 Print · USGSCoastal Barnstable County comes to life in this mid-century survey, documenting the area between the bay and the sound as post-war growth began. Researchers can trace the New York New Haven and Hartford rail corridor and locate family plots in Evergreen Cem or Dillingham Grove Cem.
- 1949 Map of Dennis, 1958 Print1949 Dennis1958 Print · USGSMid-century Cape Cod comes to life in this survey of the villages between the bay and the sound. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Bass River Sta, Yarmouth Cem, and early coastal settlements like New Boston.2 unique versions available
- 1953 Map of Monomoy Point, 1954 Print1953 Monomoy Point1954 Print · USGSBarnstable County's dynamic coastline is captured here in the early fifties, showing the shifting sands of the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. Maritime researchers can trace the positions of the Stone Horse Light Ship and landmarks like Hospital Pond or Hammonds Point.3 unique versions available
- 1957 Map of Providence1957 Providence1957 Print · USGSCoastal New England at the height of the mid-century era shows a landscape shaped by maritime industry and Cold War defense. Genealogists and historians can trace the reach of the New York, New Haven & Hartford RR and locate legacy sites like Fort Adams and Quonset Point Naval Air Station.
- 1958 Map of Providence1958 Providence1958 Print · USGSThe Rhode Island and Massachusetts coastlines are shown in detail during the late 1950s, from the urban cores to the tips of the islands. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of Quonset Point Naval Air Station, the defense works at Fort Adams, and the rail network of the New York, New Haven and Hartford RR.
- 1961 Map of Dennis, 1963 Print1961 Dennis1963 Print · USGSCape Cod's mid-century expansion is visible in this survey of the shoreline between Cape Cod Bay and Nantucket Sound. Trace family history and land use through numerous burial sites like Hall Cem and distinctive landmarks such as Hokum Rock and Scargo Lake.2 unique versions available
- 1961 Map of Chatham, 1964 Print1961 Chatham1964 Print · USGSCoastal Barnstable County comes to life in this mid-century survey of the southeastern tip of the Cape. Genealogists and local historians can locate Union Cem, the historic Chatham Lighthouse, and family landmarks like Uncle Seths Pond or Nickersons Neck.2 unique versions available
- 1961 Map of Harwich, 1964 Print1961 Harwich1964 Print · USGSThe Lower Cape's coastal villages and interior cranberry bogs are meticulously charted during the early sixties. Genealogists can trace family names at Evergreen Cem and Brewster Cem, while rail enthusiasts can follow the New York New Haven and Hartford line.2 unique versions available
- 1963 Map of Providence1963 Providence1963 Print · USGSSouthern New England's coastal and industrial heartland is captured here in the early sixties, from the Rhode Island mainland to the far reaches of the Cape. Researchers can trace mid-century growth in Providence or locate landmarks on Marthas Vineyard and Nantucket Island.
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