Old Maps of Mackinac Island, Michigan for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Mackinac Island with 29 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Mackinac Island has changed over the decades.


Mackinac Island, MI maps

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  1. 1931 Map of St Ignace NW
    1931 Map of St Ignace NW
    1931 St Ignace NW
    1931 Print · USGS
    Mackinac County's shoreline and offshore islands are captured here in the early 1930s, showing the region's rural character before modern expansion. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Fort Algonquin, Rabbits Back Sch, and the docks at British Landing.

  2. 1932 Map of St Ignace NE
    1932 Map of St Ignace NE
    1932 St Ignace NE
    1932 Print · USGS
    The waters of northern Lake Huron and the isolated St Martins Islands are captured here in the early 1930s. Genealogists and maritime historians can trace the early survey of Marquette Point and the coastal boundaries of Marquette Twp.

  3. 1955 Map of Cheboygan, 1964 Print
    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.
    5 unique versions available

  4. 1958 Map of Cheboygan
    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.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1964 Map of Round Island, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Round Island, 1966 Print
    1964 Round Island
    1966 Print · USGS
    The mid-1960s Straits of Mackinac come alive in this survey, showcasing the unique island geography and historical landmarks of northern Michigan. Researchers can trace the layout of Fort Mackinac, explore the bounds of Mackinac Island State Park, and locate coastal features like Zela Point and Round Island.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1964 Map of Evergreen Shores, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Evergreen Shores, 1966 Print
    1964 Evergreen Shores
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac area in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of north-woods forests and expanding coastal settlements. Researchers can trace family sites near Evergreen Shores, locate historic British Landing on Mackinac Island, and identify landmarks like Castle Rock.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1964 Map of St. Ignace, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of St. Ignace, 1966 Print
    1964 St. Ignace
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac were in a period of transition in the mid-sixties, linked by the recently completed Mackinac Bridge. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail terminals of the Pennsylvania and waterfront sites like Old Mackinac Point and Edgewater Beach.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1964 Map of St. Martin Island, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of St. Martin Island, 1966 Print
    1964 St. Martin Island
    1966 Print · USGS
    Lake Huron’s northern waters and the islands of Mackinac County are captured here in the mid-sixties. Researchers can trace landforms like St Martin Island, locate the Indian Burial Ground on the big island, and see early forest boundaries in the Hiawatha National Forest.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 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.

  10. 2011 Map of Round Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Round Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Round Island
    2011 Print · USGS
    Mackinac Island and its surrounding straits appear in high detail during the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace military and maritime history through sites like Fort Mackinac, Round Island Passage Light, and the Fort Mackinac Post Cemetery.

  11. 2011 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2011 Print
    2011 Evergreen Shores
    2011 Print · USGS
    The Mackinac Straits region comes into focus in the early 2010s, showing the coastal community of Evergreen Shores and the western edge of Mackinac Island. Researchers can locate family sites at Saint Ignace Cemetery or trace the geography of landmarks like Castle Rock and British Landing.

  12. 2011 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Saint Martin Island
    2011 Print · USGS
    The northern waters of Lake Huron and its isolated archipelagos are detailed here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can locate the Indian Burial Ground on Big Saint Martin Island and trace the shore of Search Bay.

  13. 2011 Map of Saint Ignace, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Saint Ignace, 2011 Print
    2011 Saint Ignace
    2011 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac were a bustling corridor of ferry transit and tourism in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Lakeside Cemetery, the Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, and the extensive ferry docks of Saint Ignace.

  14. 2014 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Saint Martin Island
    2014 Print · USGS
    Saint Martin Island and its neighboring islets are captured in this mid-2010s survey of the Mackinac archipelago. Genealogists and maritime historians can trace the shoreline of Big Saint Martin Island or the forest boundaries near Paquin Lake and Search Bay.

  15. 2014 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2014 Print
    2014 Evergreen Shores
    2014 Print · USGS
    Coastal life in the Upper Peninsula meets the northern tip of Mackinac Island in this recent survey. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Saint Ignace Cem and trace the shorelines of Horseshoe Bay and the Saint Martin Islands.

  16. 2014 Map of Round Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Round Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Round Island
    2014 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac were a focal point of Great Lakes maritime and military life in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace historic island landmarks such as Fort Mackinac, Saint Anns Cem, and the natural formation at Arch Rock.

  17. 2014 Map of Saint Ignace, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Saint Ignace, 2014 Print
    2014 Saint Ignace
    2014 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac come alive in the mid-2010s, showing the vital ferry and bridge connections between the Upper and Lower Peninsulas. Researchers can trace the routes of the St. Ignace-Mackinac Island Fry or locate the Saint Ignace Loyola Catholic Cem.

  18. 2017 Map of Saint Ignace, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Saint Ignace, 2017 Print
    2017 Saint Ignace
    2017 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac connect Michigan's peninsulas in the late 2010s, centered on the vital link of the Mackinac Bridge. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Lakeside Cem, Old Mackinac Point, and the Mackinac Island Airport.

  19. 2017 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2017 Print
    2017 Evergreen Shores
    2017 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac coastline comes into focus in this recent survey of the gateway to the Upper Peninsula. Genealogists and local historians can pinpoint Saint Ignace Township Cem, the Mackinac County Airport, and landmarks like Castle Rock.

  20. 2017 Map of Round Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Round Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Round Island
    2017 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac and its famous island clusters are documented in the late twenty-tens, showing the intersection of military history and modern recreation. Trace heritage sites from Fort Mackinac to old family plots at the Mackinac Island Cem and Saint Anne's Catholic Cem.

  21. 2017 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Saint Martin Island
    2017 Print · USGS
    The northern waters of Lake Huron are captured here in the mid-2010s, centering on the remote archipelago of the Hiawatha National Forest. Researchers can trace the untouched shorelines of Saint Martin Island and Big Saint Martin Island alongside the protected waters of Search Bay.

  22. 2019 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Saint Martin Island, 2019 Print
    2019 Saint Martin Island
    2019 Print · USGS
    Mackinac County's northern waters are captured here in the late twenty-teens, showing the isolated Saint Martin Islands and the mainland coast. Researchers can trace the shoreline of Search Bay or locate inland features like Paquin Lake.

  23. 2019 Map of Saint Ignace, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Saint Ignace, 2019 Print
    2019 Saint Ignace
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac were a bustling crossroads of land and water travel when this recent survey was completed. Local historians can trace the paths of the N Central State Trail and locate family plots at Lakeside Cem or Mackinaw City Bible Church Cem.

  24. 2019 Map of Round Island, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Round Island, 2019 Print
    2019 Round Island
    2019 Print · USGS
    Mackinac and Bois Blanc Islands are captured in this modern survey of the Straits of Mackinac. Genealogists and historians can trace the military and community legacy at Fort Mackinac, Saint Anne's Catholic Cem, and the Mackinac Post Cem.

  25. 2019 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Evergreen Shores, 2019 Print
    2019 Evergreen Shores
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac region is captured here in the late 2010s, where the Upper Peninsula meets the Great Lakes. Local historians can trace the North Country National Scenic Trail or locate the Saint Ignace Township Cemetery and landmark Castle Rock.

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