1980s Maps of Cheboygan County, Michigan

Explore 27 historic maps of Cheboygan County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Cheboygan County, MI maps

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  1. 1982 Map of Petoskey
    1982 Map of Petoskey
    1982 Petoskey
    1982 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan in the early eighties shows a landscape of deep timber and vast inland lakes. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Michigan Central and Detroit and Mackinac between Petoskey, Gaylord, and Wolverine.

  2. 1982 Map of Cordwood Point, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Cordwood Point, 1983 Print
    1982 Cordwood Point
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Cheboygan County during the early eighties shows a landscape of protected timberlands and quiet bays. You can trace early trails and landmarks like Cordwood Trail, the Coast Guard Chapel, and the elevated vistas of High Banks.

  3. 1982 Map of Cheboygan, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Cheboygan, 1983 Print
    1982 Cheboygan
    1983 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan and the southern tip of Bois Blanc Island are captured here in the early 1980s. Researchers can trace the city’s residential grid and maritime infrastructure near Duncan Bay, locating the Pine Hill Cem and the Detroit & Mackinac rail line.

  4. 1982 Map of Point Nipigon, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Point Nipigon, 1983 Print
    1982 Point Nipigon
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Cheboygan County at the start of the 1980s shows a landscape of dense state forest and lakeside landings. Researchers can trace family names along Hebron Mail Route Road or locate the Fine Hill Cem and Cheboygan City-County Airport.

  5. 1982 Map of Grace, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Grace, 1983 Print
    1982 Grace
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Presque Isle County meets the shoreline of the Great Lakes in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape defined by state forests and northern waters. Local historians can trace the lakeside settlements of Grace and Huron Beach or locate the Township Cem near Clear Lake.

  6. 1982 Map of Aloha, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Aloha, 1983 Print
    1982 Aloha
    1983 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan County’s eastern shorelines and forest lands are captured here in the early eighties. Genealogists and local historians can locate Calvary Cem, the Black River Sch, and the lakeside community of Aloha before modern development.

  7. 1982 Map of Indianville, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Indianville, 1983 Print
    1982 Indianville
    1983 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan County in the early eighties was defined by the massive presence of the University of Michigan Biological Station and protected forest lands. Researchers and genealogists can trace property lines near Indianville, locate the Munro Cem, or study the shoreline development of Douglas Lake and Burt Lake.

  8. 1982 Map of Mullett Lake, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Mullett Lake, 1983 Print
    1982 Mullett Lake
    1983 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan County’s western lakeside communities and interior timberlands are captured here in the early eighties. Researchers can trace the heritage of Riggsville through its namesake Riggsville Cem or locate the lakeside Country Club and Inverness Sch.

  9. 1982 Map of Freedom, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Freedom, 1983 Print
    1982 Freedom
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac shoreline and the northern reaches of the Lower Peninsula are captured here in the early eighties. Genealogists and local historians can locate Hebron Cem, the Hebron Town Hall, and the village of Carp Lake along the shore of Lake Paradise.

  10. 1982 Map of Nilemile Point, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Nilemile Point, 1983 Print
    1982 Nilemile Point
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron shoreline comes into focus in the early eighties at the boundary of Cheboygan and Presque Isle counties. Researchers can trace the coastal geography of Benton and Bearinger townships, from Greene Creek to the Roadside Park at Ninemile Point.

  11. 1982 Map of Manning, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Manning, 1983 Print
    1982 Manning
    1983 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan County’s backcountry comes into focus in the early eighties, showing the transition from the Black River wetlands to the heights of Black Mountain. Researchers can locate the Black River Ch and trace old transportation routes like the northern Railroad Grade.

  12. 1984 Map of Cheboygan, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Cheboygan, 1985 Print
    1984 Cheboygan
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac and the northern tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula are shown here in the mid-1980s. Local researchers can trace family landmarks and rural crossroads from St Ignace to Cheboygan, including Riggsville and Levering.

  13. 1986 Map of Onaway
    1986 Map of Onaway
    1986 Onaway
    1986 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1980s, the northern Michigan community of Onaway sat at the edge of the sprawling Mackinaw State Forest. Researchers can trace the path of an Abandoned Railroad or locate local landmarks like Loon Lake and the Cem near the county line.

  14. 1986 Map of Silver Lake
    1986 Map of Silver Lake
    1986 Silver Lake
    1986 Print · USGS
    The dense forests of Northern Michigan come alive in this mid-eighties survey of the tri-county border between Cheboygan, Otsego, and Montmorency. Trace the legacy of timber and transit along the Old Railroad Grade or explore the waters of Silver Lake and the Foch Lakes Flooding.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1986 Map of Legrand
    1986 Map of Legrand
    1986 Legrand
    1986 Print · USGS
    The northern Michigan woods in the mid-1980s are captured here during a time of forestry and quiet rural life. Researchers can trace the path of the Old RR Grade near Legrand or locate landmarks like the Town Hall and Silver Lake.

  16. 1986 Map of Tower
    1986 Map of Tower
    1986 Tower
    1986 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan County during the mid-1980s reveals a landscape of managed forests and river-driven settlements like Tower. Researchers can trace the legacy of northern Michigan transit and industry via the Old RR Grade and the Power House on Tower Pond.

  17. 1986 Map of Green Timbers
    1986 Map of Green Timbers
    1986 Green Timbers
    1986 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1980s, these northern Michigan woodlands were defined by the waters of the Sturgeon and Pigeon Rivers. Researchers can locate the small settlements of Trowbridge and Blackjack, and trace local landmarks like the Covered Bridge and Wildwood Lake.

  18. 1986 Map of Wildwood
    1986 Map of Wildwood
    1986 Wildwood
    1986 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan’s timber and recreation lands are captured here during the mid-1980s. Genealogists and outdoorsmen can trace the settlement of Wildwood, find the CAMPGROUND at Weber Lake, or locate family sites near the Sturgeon River and Barhite Lake.

  19. 1986 Map of Vanderbilt
    1986 Map of Vanderbilt
    1986 Vanderbilt
    1986 Print · USGS
    The village of Vanderbilt and the surrounding timberlands of the Mackinaw State Forest are captured here in the mid-1980s. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Old Railroad Grade, locate the village Cem, and explore the shores of Thumb Lake.

  20. 1986 Map of Black Lake Bluffs
    1986 Map of Black Lake Bluffs
    1986 Black Lake Bluffs
    1986 Print · USGS
    The southeastern shores of Black Lake are captured here in the mid-1980s, showcasing a landscape of public forests and lakefront settlements. Genealogists and researchers can trace the Old RR Grade or locate early recreation sites like Onaway State Park and Coddes Beach.

  21. 1986 Map of Afton
    1986 Map of Afton
    1986 Afton
    1986 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan County woodlands and river valleys are captured here in the mid-eighties, centered on the Mackinaw State Forest. Researchers can trace the Old RR Grade and locate old crossroads like Fingerboard Corner and the settlement of Afton.
    2 unique versions available

  22. 1986 Map of Lake Geneva
    1986 Map of Lake Geneva
    1986 Lake Geneva
    1986 Print · USGS
    Montmorency County and the surrounding state forest lands are shown here in the mid-eighties as a pristine network of glacial lakes and managed timber. You can trace the boundaries of Canada Creek Ranch or locate campsites at Clear Lake State Park and Shoepac Lake.

  23. 1986 Map of Hangore Heights
    1986 Map of Hangore Heights
    1986 Hangore Heights
    1986 Print · USGS
    The western shores of Black Lake and the Mackinaw State Forest are detailed here during the mid-1980s. Researchers can trace the development of waterfront communities like Pine Grove Beach or locate local landmarks such as the Michigan Grade and the riverfront Power Plant.

  24. 1986 Map of Indian River
    1986 Map of Indian River
    1986 Indian River
    1986 Print · USGS
    Cheboygan County’s inland waterway comes alive in the mid-1980s, showcasing the transition from deep timberland to a bustling lakeside resort community. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations at Topinabee or Bowersocks Camp and follow the winding Sturgeon River.

  25. 1986 Map of Hardwood Lake
    1986 Map of Hardwood Lake
    1986 Hardwood Lake
    1986 Print · USGS
    In the mid-eighties, the border of Otsego and Cheboygan counties remained a primitive wilderness of state forests and managed waterways. Trace the Old Railroad Grade and High Country Pathway past landmarks like Hardwood L and the Paul Bunyan Punch Bowl.
    2 unique versions available

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