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1970s Maps of Lake County, Michigan

Explore 10 historic maps of Lake County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Lake County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
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Start exploring Lake County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Lake County, MI maps

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  1. 1976 Map of Baldwin NE
    1976 Map of Baldwin NE
    1976 Baldwin NE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Lake County was evolving as a premier recreation destination in the mid-seventies, visible in this high-altitude aerial view. Researchers can trace the layout of residential plats and shoreline developments around Idlewild and the village of Baldwin.
  4. 1976 Map of Baldwin NW
    1976 Map of Baldwin NW
    1976 Baldwin NW
    1976 Print · USGS
    Northwestern Lake County appears in high-altitude detail during the mid-1970s, showcasing the region's dense timberlands. Local historians and land researchers can trace the intricate, winding course of the Pere Marquette River and the distinct patterns of forest clearings.
  7. 1976 Map of Baldwin SE
    1976 Map of Baldwin SE
    1976 Baldwin SE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Newaygo County's woodland and water systems are seen in detail through this mid-seventies aerial survey of the Michigan landscape. Researchers can trace the path of the Pere Marquette River and the settlement patterns surrounding Marlborough.
  10. 1976 Map of Wellston SW
    1976 Map of Wellston SW
    1976 Wellston SW
    1976 Print · USGS
    Lake County land and waterways are captured in the mid-seventies just as the modern rural landscape was taking shape. Researchers can trace the wooded course of the Little Manistee River or examine the settlement pattern at Peacock.
  13. 1976 Map of Custer NE
    1976 Map of Custer NE
    1976 Custer NE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Mason County forest and farmland appear in striking aerial detail during the mid-1970s. Genealogists and local historians can trace property boundaries and river access points near Tallman, Walhalla, and the winding Pere Marquette River.
  16. 1976 Map of Wellston NE
    1976 Map of Wellston NE
    1976 Wellston NE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan's rural landscape is captured during the mid-seventies in this detailed orthophoto study. Researchers can trace the winding course of the Pine River and examine the specific patterns of forest and field clearings across the county.
  19. 1976 Map of Wellston SE
    1976 Map of Wellston SE
    1976 Wellston SE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Lake County and the surrounding woods are shown in clear aerial detail during the spring of 1970s Michigan. Genealogists and outdoors enthusiasts can trace the winding course of the Little Manistee River and study the forest and wetland patterns of the era.
  22. 1976 Map of Custer SE
    1976 Map of Custer SE
    1976 Custer SE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Covers Lake County, including Carr, Logan Township, and other nearby areas
  25. 1976 Map of Wellston NW
    1976 Map of Wellston NW
    1976 Wellston NW
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Manistee County forest lands and rural settlements come into focus during the mid-seventies in this detailed orthophoto. Local historians can trace the clearings around Wellston and Dublin, or study the wooded banks along Tippy Dam Pond.
  28. 1976 Map of Baldwin SW
    1976 Map of Baldwin SW
    1976 Baldwin SW
    1976 Print · USGS
    Mid-seventies Lake County comes into focus in this detailed orthophoto showing the transition between dense northern woodlands and developed lakefronts. Researchers can trace the complex shoreline of Big Star Lake and the winding course of the Pere Marquette River.
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