Old Maps of Torch Lake Township, Michigan

1. 1954 Map of Central Lake, 1955 Print

   

   1954 Central Lake

   1955 Print · USGS

   Northern Antrim County in the mid-fifties is defined by the winding shores of Torch Lake and the inland Chain of Lakes. Local historians can trace the foundations of Central Lake and rural landmarks like the Greenwood Grange Sch or Antrim Cem.

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4. 1954 Map of Traverse City, 1965 Print

   

   1954 Traverse City

   1965 Print · USGS

   Northern Michigan’s vast lakeshores and timberlands are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the region before the modern interstate era. Genealogists and researchers can trace rail connections like the Detroit and Mackinac RR or find old communities such as Suttons Bay, Elk Rapids, and Prudenville.

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7. 1955 Map of Cheboygan, 1964 Print

   

   1955 Cheboygan

   1964 Print · USGS

   Northern Michigan in the mid-fifties is a landscape of dense timber and deep water, showing the region just as the road network began to modernize. Trace family roots in lakeside towns like St Ignace and Petoskey, or follow the historic tracks of the Pennsylvania RR and New York Central RR.

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10. 1957 Map of Elk Rapids, 1958 Print

    

    1957 Elk Rapids

    1958 Print · USGS

    The Grand Traverse Bay region and the Chain of Lakes are captured here during the late fifties, showing the area's intricate balance of water and rail. Researchers can trace the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad through Rapid City and locate landmarks like the Lighthouse and Clam Lake Sch (Abandoned).

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13. 1958 Map of Cheboygan

    

    1958 Cheboygan

    1958 Print · USGS

    The tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula and the surrounding Great Lakes islands are shown here in the late fifties, during the peak of the rail-and-ferry era. Trace the paths of the Pennsylvania RR and explore lakeside settlements like St James, Petoskey, and Indian River.

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16. 1958 Map of Traverse City

    

    1958 Traverse City

    1958 Print · USGS

    Northern Lower Michigan was a landscape of vast state forests and burgeoning lakeside retreats in the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Ann Arbor RR and find established settlements from Elk Rapids to Houghton Lake.

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19. 1983 Map of Central Lake, 1984 Print

    

    1983 Central Lake

    1984 Print · USGS

    Antrim County in the early eighties shows a landscape of deep inland waters and agricultural ridges. Genealogists can pinpoint family-named sites like Bennett Hill while locating ancestors in the Southern Cem or Russell Cem.

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22. 1983 Map of Traverse City, 1984 Print

    

    1983 Traverse City

    1984 Print · USGS

    Traverse City and the surrounding bay country are captured in the early eighties as the region balanced its timber heritage with growing conservation. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rail lines of the Ann Arbor RR through settlements like Kingsley and Fife Lake.

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25. 1983 Map of Elk Rapids, 1984 Print

    

    1983 Elk Rapids

    1984 Print · USGS

    Grand Traverse Bay and the narrow channels of the Elk River chain define this coastal region in the early eighties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Elk Rapids and Old Mission, finding local landmarks like Maple Grove Cem and Lakeland Sch.

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28. 1983 Map of Alden, 1984 Print

    

    1983 Alden

    1984 Print · USGS

    Antrim County’s waterfront communities and massive inland lakes are captured in the early eighties as leisure and rural life intersected. Genealogists and local researchers can trace family lands near South Milton Cem, the village of Alden, and the shores of Torch Lake.

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31. 1984 Map of Charlevoix, 1985 Print

    

    1984 Charlevoix

    1985 Print · USGS

    Northern Michigan’s coastal peninsulas and deep inland lakes are captured here in the mid-eighties, showing the region's unique maritime and rail connectivity. Researchers can trace historic family-named landmarks and infrastructure like Woolsey Memorial Airport, Barnard Ch, and the Chesapeake and Ohio RR.

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34. 1989 Map of Traverse City, 1990 Print

    

    1989 Traverse City

    1990 Print · USGS

    Northern Michigan’s lake-country and forest lands are captured in the late eighties as seasonal tourism and timber hubs expanded. Genealogists and historians can trace the routes of the Ann Arbor RR, the boundaries of Camp Grayling, and settlements like Elk Rapids and Manton.

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37. 2011 Map of Elk Rapids, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Elk Rapids

    2011 Print · USGS

    Grand Traverse Bay and the surrounding peninsulas are captured here in the early twenty-first century as the region’s maritime and agricultural character continues to thrive. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Old Mission Light, Maple Grove Cemetery, and the Elk Rapids Post Office.

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40. 2011 Map of Central Lake, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Central Lake

    2011 Print · USGS

    Antrim County’s lake-districts are shown here in the early twenty-first century, spanning the narrow land between Lake Michigan and the Intermediate Lake chain. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Lake View Cemetery or Southern Cemetery and locate the historic hubs of Central Lake and Eastport.

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43. 2011 Map of Central Lake OE W, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Central Lake OE W

    2011 Print · USGS

    The Grand Traverse shoreline of the Old Mission Peninsula is captured here in the early 2000s, focusing on the interface between land and water. Researchers can trace coastal access and property lines along Bayview Dr, S Golden Beach Dr, and Creswell Ln.

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46. 2011 Map of Alden, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Alden

    2011 Print · USGS

    The Chain of Lakes region in Antrim County shows its modern settlement and intricate shorelines in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Kewadin Indian Cemetery, the historic Clam Lake School, and landmarks like Deepwater Point or French Point.

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49. 2014 Map of Central Lake, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Central Lake

    2014 Print · USGS

    Antrim County’s unique finger lakes and lakeside villages are captured in detail during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy landmarks like Lake View Cem, the Greenwood School, and the winding course of the Intermediate River.

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52. 2014 Map of Central Lake OE W, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Central Lake OE W

    2014 Print · USGS

    Grand Traverse Bay and the surrounding shoreline are captured here in the early twenty-first century as coastal development shaped the peninsula. Genealogists and local residents can trace shoreline property lines and local routes like Creswell Rd and N Golden Beach Dr.

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55. 2014 Map of Alden, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Alden

    2014 Print · USGS

    The shorelines of Antrim County come alive in this contemporary survey of the Torch Lake region. Genealogists and local historians can trace the roads around Kewadin, Alden, and resting places like Sacred Heart Cem and Helena Township Cem.

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58. 2014 Map of Elk Rapids, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Elk Rapids

    2014 Print · USGS

    The tip of the Old Mission Peninsula and the village of Elk Rapids are shown in this modern survey of the Grand Traverse Bay region. Researchers can locate local landmarks like Lakeside Cem, trace the course of the Elk River, and find the shoreline at Old Mission Harbor.

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61. 2017 Map of Central Lake OE W, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Central Lake OE W

    2017 Print · USGS

    Grand Traverse Bay and the Lake Michigan shoreline are captured here in the late twenty-teens, highlighting the tri-county water boundaries of Antrim, Grand Traverse, and Leelanau. Genealogists and local historians can trace modern property access along N Golden Beach Dr and Creswell Rd.

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64. 2017 Map of Elk Rapids, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Elk Rapids

    2017 Print · USGS

    Grand Traverse Bay and its surrounding peninsulas remained a focal point of coastal Michigan life in the late twenty-teens. Researchers can trace local landmarks from Old Mission and Haserot Beach to the village of Elk Rapids and Kewadin.

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67. 2017 Map of Alden, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Alden

    2017 Print · USGS

    Antrim County’s waterfront communities and deep glacial lakes are captured here during the late twenty-teens. Researchers can trace family history through the Sacred Heart Cemetery or locate the village centers of Kewadin and Alden along the shores of Torch Lake.

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70. 2017 Map of Central Lake, 2017 Print

    

    2017 Central Lake

    2017 Print · USGS

    Antrim County’s chain of lakes is shown in detail during the late twenty-teens, capturing the settlements between Torch Lake and the Intermediate River. Genealogists and local historians can locate early cemeteries like Southern Cem and Russell Cem or trace landmarks such as Old Baldy.

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73. 2019 Map of Elk Rapids, 2019 Print

    

    2019 Elk Rapids

    2019 Print · USGS

    Grand Traverse Bay and the surrounding glacial lakes defined the settlement of this region in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace the residential layouts of Old Mission and Elk Rapids or locate family plots in Maple Grove Cem.

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