Old Maps of Tawas Township, Michigan for Hiking & Exploration

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Tawas Township, MI maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Tawas City, 1968 Print
    1954 Map of Tawas City, 1968 Print
    1954 Tawas City
    1968 Print · USGS
    Coastal life along Lake Huron was defined by a mix of military aviation and hydroelectric power in the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace the river dams like Cooke Dam, the layout of Wurtsmith AFB, and the coastal mining operations at Alabaster.
    4 unique versions available

  2. 1958 Map of Tawas City
    1958 Map of Tawas City
    1958 Tawas City
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron shoreline and northern Michigan timberlands come into focus in the late fifties, during the expansion of the Cold War. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Detroit and Mackinac, find regional landmarks like the Lumbermans Memorial Monument, and locate coastal facilities including Wurtsmith AFB.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1959 Map of Tawas City, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Tawas City, 1960 Print
    1959 Tawas City
    1960 Print · USGS
    Iosco County at the end of the 1950s shows a landscape defined by the Au Sable River’s hydroelectric basins and the growing lakeshore communities of Tawas Bay. Researchers can trace genealogical roots at Wilber Ch and Zion Cem or locate vanished sites like Sid Town and the Wurtsmith Air Force Range.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1966 Map of Alabaster, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Alabaster, 1968 Print
    1966 Alabaster
    1968 Print · USGS
    Coastal Michigan in the late sixties reveals a landscape of industrial quarries and growing bayside communities along Saginaw Bay. Genealogists and historians can trace the lakeside residential rows from Huron Oaks to Harmon City Heights and locate local landmarks like Township Cem and the railroad at Alabaster Junction.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1966 Map of National City, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of National City, 1968 Print
    1966 National City
    1968 Print · USGS
    Iosco County in the mid-1960s reveals a landscape shaped by timber, rail, and an intricate drainage network. Trace the Detroit and Mackinac RR through McIvor, locate Quarries near the county line, and find the Sherman Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1984 Map of Tawas City, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Tawas City, 1985 Print
    1984 Tawas City
    1985 Print · USGS
    Northeast Michigan's shoreline and forest interior are captured here in the mid-eighties, from the active runways of Wurtsmith Air Force Base to the quiet waters of Tawas Bay. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Skunk Sch, the Welcome Church, and the route of the Detroit and Mackinac railroad.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1989 Map of Tawas City
    1989 Map of Tawas City
    1989 Tawas City
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron shoreline and Tawas Bay come alive in the late eighties as the twin cities expand against the Huron National Forest. Researchers can trace family-named sites and rural landmarks like Laidlaw Cem, Wilber Cem, and the Tawas Golf Course.

  8. 1989 Map of Floyd Lake
    1989 Map of Floyd Lake
    1989 Floyd Lake
    1989 Print · USGS
    Iosco County in the late 1980s reveals a lakeside landscape managed for recreation and industry. Researchers can trace family sites at Pioneer Cem, locate the old Strip Mine near White Rock, and explore the shoreline of Sand Lake and Indian Lake.

  9. 2011 Map of Alabaster, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Alabaster, 2011 Print
    2011 Alabaster
    2011 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron shoreline in Iosco County at the start of the decade shows a unique mix of industrial heritage and coastal recreation. Researchers can trace the extensive U S Gypsum Company facilities or locate family sites near Alabaster Township Cemetery and Huron Heights.

  10. 2011 Map of National City, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of National City, 2011 Print
    2011 National City
    2011 Print · USGS
    Iosco County’s rural crossroads and water systems are documented in detail during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace landmarks like the National City Post Office, Sherman Townhall, and the winding East Branch Au Gres River.

  11. 2012 Map of Tawas City, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Tawas City, 2012 Print
    2012 Tawas City
    2012 Print · USGS
    Tawas City and the Iosco County shoreline appear in detail during the early 2010s, showing the transition from Lake Huron waters to inland forests. Local researchers can pinpoint family history sites like Wilber Cem, Zion Cem, and the Trails End Ranch Campgrounds.

  12. 2012 Map of Floyd Lake, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Floyd Lake, 2012 Print
    2012 Floyd Lake
    2012 Print · USGS
    Iosco County’s lake district is captured here in the early 2010s, showing the dense clusters of homes and seasonal sites around the water. Researchers can locate family sites near Pioneer Cem or trace the rural routes connecting Hemlock and White Rock.

  13. 2014 Map of Floyd Lake, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Floyd Lake, 2014 Print
    2014 Floyd Lake
    2014 Print · USGS
    Wilber Township and the surrounding woodlands were extensively documented in the early twenty-first century, showing a landscape defined by glacial lakes and forest roads. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as Pioneer Cem or trace the small settlements of Hemlock and White Rock.

  14. 2014 Map of Tawas City, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Tawas City, 2014 Print
    2014 Tawas City
    2014 Print · USGS
    Iosco County's Lake Huron shoreline is captured in the mid-2010s, showing the established communities of Tawas City and East Tawas. Researchers can locate several rural burial grounds like Laidlaw Cem or trace the watercourses of Gray Creek and the Tawas River.

  15. 2014 Map of National City, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of National City, 2014 Print
    2014 National City
    2014 Print · USGS
    Iosco and Arenac counties are shown here in the mid-2010s, capturing the rural character of Grant Township and its surrounding lands. Genealogists and local historians can trace the paths of the E Br Au Gres River and locate the small communities of National City and Mcivor.

  16. 2014 Map of Alabaster, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Alabaster, 2014 Print
    2014 Alabaster
    2014 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron shoreline in 2014 shows the interplay of industrial mining and coastal residential growth. Genealogists can trace family locations near Alabaster and Harmon City Heights, or find local burial records at the Alabaster Township Cem.

  17. 2017 Map of Tawas City, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Tawas City, 2017 Print
    2017 Tawas City
    2017 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron shoreline and the expansive woodlands of Iosco County are documented in this recent survey of the Tawas area. Researchers can identify numerous local burial sites like Poor Farm Cem and Wilber Cem or trace the Corsair Trails through the Huron National Forest.

  18. 2017 Map of Alabaster, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Alabaster, 2017 Print
    2017 Alabaster
    2017 Print · USGS
    Coastal Iosco County appears in the late 2010s as a landscape of shoreline communities and managed wetlands. Researchers can trace the layout of Alabaster, locate the Alabaster Township Cem, or explore features like the Ipperwash Scarp and Kendall Marsh.

  19. 2017 Map of Floyd Lake, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Floyd Lake, 2017 Print
    2017 Floyd Lake
    2017 Print · USGS
    Iosco County's forested lake country is documented here in the late 2010s, showing a landscape defined by the Huron National Forest and its complex hydrology. Researchers can locate burial sites at Pioneer Cem and Pine Top Rest Cem or trace the winding course of the East Branch Au Gres River.

  20. 2017 Map of National City, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of National City, 2017 Print
    2017 National City
    2017 Print · USGS
    The rural landscapes of Iosco and Arenac Counties come into focus in this recent survey of the region's complex drainage and settlement patterns. Researchers can trace the water networks through Messer Swamp and follow the paths of the Au Gres River near the communities of National City and McIvor.

  21. 2019 Map of National City, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of National City, 2019 Print
    2019 National City
    2019 Print · USGS
    Iosco and Arenac Counties appear here in the modern era, revealing a landscape defined by its complex water management and rural settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace the drainage networks of Sherrit Drain and Scott Drain near National City and McIvor.

  22. 2019 Map of Alabaster, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Alabaster, 2019 Print
    2019 Alabaster
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Michigan shore of Saginaw Bay is shown in meticulous detail during the late twenty-teens, featuring the gypsum-rich area of Alabaster. Researchers can trace local lineage at Alabaster Township Cem or explore the coastal reaches of Harmon City Heights and Cedar Haven.

  23. 2019 Map of Floyd Lake, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Floyd Lake, 2019 Print
    2019 Floyd Lake
    2019 Print · USGS
    Iosco County’s forest interior and lake country are detailed in this recent survey of the Michigan woods. Genealogists and hikers can locate Pioneer Cem, trace the remote White Rock settlement, or follow the winding East Branch Au Gres River.

  24. 2019 Map of Tawas City, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Tawas City, 2019 Print
    2019 Tawas City
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron shoreline meets the deep woods of the Iosco county seat in this 2019 survey of the Tawas area. Researchers can trace local heritage through several burial sites like Poor Farm Cem and Zion Cem, alongside the Corsair Trails.

  25. 2023 Map of National City, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of National City, 2023 Print
    2023 National City
    2023 Print · USGS
    Settled at the intersection of Iosco and Arenac counties, this area remains defined by its complex drainage and river networks. Researchers can trace rural landmarks like McIvor, Turtle, and the expansive Alabaster Swamp.

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