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1950s Maps of Chippewa County, Michigan

Explore 47 historic maps of Chippewa 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 Chippewa County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Chippewa County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Chippewa County, MI maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Vermilion SE
    1951 Map of Vermilion SE
    1951 Vermilion SE
    1951 Print · USGS
    The southern shore of Lake Superior in the early 1950s reveals a wild landscape of coastal wetlands and state timberlands. Researchers can trace the intricate shorelines of Weatherhogs Lake, the Cranberry Bogs, and the Whitefish Lake Superior State Forest.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1951 Map of Shallows
    1951 Map of Shallows
    1951 Shallows
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Upper Peninsula shoreline south of the Canadian border was a landscape of dense state forests and emerging rail hubs in the early fifties. Local historians can trace the foundations of Sault Ste Marie and rural landmarks like the County Farm and Pine Grove Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1951 Map of Shelldrake, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Shelldrake, 1955 Print
    1951 Shelldrake
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Michigan shoreline of Whitefish Bay comes alive in this early 1950s record of Chippewa County's timberlands. Researchers can trace the coastal outposts of Shelldrake and Paradise or follow the intricate windings of the Betsy River through the state forest.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1951 Map of Vermilion, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Vermilion, 1955 Print
    1951 Vermilion
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Lake Superior shoreline near the Chippewa and Luce county line is captured in the early fifties, showing the isolated coastal settlement of Vermilion. Researchers can trace the wooded boundaries of the Whitefish State Forest and locate Browns Lake or the landmark Tower near the coast.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1951 Map of Strongs, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Strongs, 1955 Print
    1951 Strongs
    1955 Print · USGS
    Strongs and its surrounding forest lands are documented here in the early fifties during the height of the local rail era. Genealogists can locate Colbert Cem, Jones Sch, and the Community Ch along the historic Duluth South Shore and Atlantic line.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1951 Map of McNearney Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of McNearney Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 McNearney Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    Upper Peninsula shoreline meets the deep woods in the early fifties, showing the coastal transition from bay to forest. Researchers can trace the path of Lake Shore Drive or locate landmarks like the McNearney Lake Tower and Naomikong Island.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1951 Map of Pendills Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Pendills Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 Pendills Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Lake Superior coastline in Chippewa County shows its mid-century recreational and forest service character during the early 1950s. Researchers can trace the development of the Marquette National Forest and locate public sites like Bayview Camp Grounds and Pendills Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1951 Map of Sheephead Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Sheephead Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 Sheephead Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan's forest and wetland interior are documented in the early fifties during a period of state-managed land use. Trace remote sites like the Prison Camp, the Porcupine Inn, and the waters of Sheephead Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1951 Map of Emerson, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Emerson, 1955 Print
    1951 Emerson
    1955 Print · USGS
    Coastal life in Chippewa County flourished along the shores of Whitefish Bay in the early 1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Paradise and Emerson, finding local landmarks such as the Whitefish Sch and Hiawatha Hunt Club.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1951 Map of Piatt Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Piatt Lake, 1955 Print
    1951 Piatt Lake
    1955 Print · USGS
    Upper Peninsula timberlands and the Lake Superior coast are captured here in the early fifties. Local historians can trace the forestry network around Eckerman Lookout Tower or locate the shoreline camps near Tahquamenon Bay and Piatt Lake.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1951 Map of Dollar Settlement, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Dollar Settlement, 1955 Print
    1951 Dollar Settlement
    1955 Print · USGS
    Coastal life in the Upper Peninsula was defined by timber and the Lake Superior shoreline during the early fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Dollar Settlement community, including the Dollar Settlement Sch, and the railway stop at Raco.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1951 Map of Big Beaver Creek, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Big Beaver Creek, 1955 Print
    1951 Big Beaver Creek
    1955 Print · USGS
    Upper Peninsula timberlands and river systems are captured in the early fifties at the junction of three forests. Researchers can trace the logging history of the region via Cadillac Soo Camp 14, Buckhorn Lodge, and a Sawmill.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1951 Map of Sullivan Creek, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Sullivan Creek, 1955 Print
    1951 Sullivan Creek
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Upper Peninsula wilderness in the early fifties shows a landscape of strategic airfields and deep-woods retreats. You can trace the path of the Duluth South Shore and Atlantic rail line or locate remote camps like Ol Misery Lodge and Camp Quiet.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1951 Map of Hulbert, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Hulbert, 1955 Print
    1951 Hulbert
    1955 Print · USGS
    Chippewa County timberlands and river systems are shown here in the early fifties, centered on the village of Hulbert. Trace the path of the Duluth South Shore and Atlantic railroad or locate Hulbert Cem and The Antlers Cabins near the lake.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1951 Map of Raco, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Raco, 1955 Print
    1951 Raco
    1955 Print · USGS
    Upper Peninsula timberlands and forest stations dominate this mid-century survey of Chippewa County. Local historians can trace the Duluth South Shore and Atlantic rail line and locate landmarks like Squirrel Tail Inn, Camp Dearborn, and Raco.
    3 unique versions available
  46. 1951 Map of Eckerman, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Eckerman, 1955 Print
    1951 Eckerman
    1955 Print · USGS
    Upper Peninsula timberlands and hunting grounds are captured here in the early fifties, centered on the rail junction at Eckerman. Genealogists and local historians can locate private camps like Petersburg Club, the O Conner Airstrip, and the Eckerman Corner Lookout Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1951 Map of Whitefish Point, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Whitefish Point, 1955 Print
    1951 Whitefish Point
    1955 Print · USGS
    Whitefish Point at the start of the 1950s remained a critical outpost for Great Lakes mariners. Researchers can trace the coastal layout of the USCG Radio Sta and Fog Warning Sta and the early path of Whitefish Road through the Lake Superior State Forest.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1951 Map of Timberlost, 1955 Print
    1951 Map of Timberlost, 1955 Print
    1951 Timberlost
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Upper Peninsula wilderness of the early fifties is defined here by the winding river and the early boundaries of Tahquamenon Falls State Park. Genealogists and local historians can trace isolated settlements and riverside outposts like Timberlost, Whitehorse Landing, and Bowers Lodge.
    4 unique versions available
  55. 1951 Map of Kinross, 1956 Print
    1951 Map of Kinross, 1956 Print
    1951 Kinross
    1956 Print · USGS
    Chippewa County’s timbered landscape and rural crossroads appear here in the early fifties as the railroad connected local settlements to the Soo. Trace family history at Rudyard Cem or explore the historic footprint of Kinross and the Holland Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1951 Map of Dafter, 1956 Print
    1951 Map of Dafter, 1956 Print
    1951 Dafter
    1956 Print · USGS
    Upper Peninsula wetlands and timberlands are captured here in the early fifties as the region's transport network matured. Genealogists and researchers can pinpoint rural landmarks like the Methodist Ch, Christie Sch, and the grounds of the 4 H Club Camp.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1951 Map of Barbeau, 1956 Print
    1951 Map of Barbeau, 1956 Print
    1951 Barbeau
    1956 Print · USGS
    Upper Peninsula life in the early fifties is documented here through the small schoolhouses and remote settlements of Bruce Township. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Donaldson Cem, McCarron Ch, or the rural Corktown Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  64. 1951 Map of Baie De Wasai, 1956 Print
    1951 Map of Baie De Wasai, 1956 Print
    1951 Baie De Wasai
    1956 Print · USGS
    Sugar Island's interior and shoreline communities are captured here in the early fifties as the river shipping lanes remained vital to the region. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Sacred Heart Ch, Edison Sch, and the Town Hall at Baie de Wasai.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1951 Map of Brimley, 1958 Print
    1951 Map of Brimley, 1958 Print
    1951 Brimley
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Upper Peninsula shoreline and interior forests are captured here in the early fifties, showing the tribal lands and rail towns of the Whitefish Bay region. Genealogists can trace family locations at Dollar Settlement, St Catherines Ch, and Rudyard Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1951 Map of Oak Ridge, 1958 Print
    1951 Map of Oak Ridge, 1958 Print
    1951 Oak Ridge
    1958 Print · USGS
    The shipping channels and island communities of the Saint Marys River are captured here in the early fifties. Genealogists and maritime historians can trace the borderlands of Neebish Island and Sugar Island, locating the Oak Ridge Park Sch and the settlement of Homestead.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1951 Map of Sault Ste. Marie, 1958 Print
    1951 Map of Sault Ste. Marie, 1958 Print
    1951 Sault Ste. Marie
    1958 Print · USGS
    Sault Ste. Marie and the eastern Upper Peninsula are seen here at the dawn of the 1950s, showing the vital shipping arteries and borderlands. Researchers can locate numerous vanished rural schoolhouses like Green Sch Aband and trace the original Michigan 129 through Barbeau and Rosedale.
    2 unique versions available
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