Old Maps of Summit Township, Michigan for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 18 historic maps of Summit Township. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Summit Township, MI maps

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  1. 1932 Map of Ludington SW
    1932 Map of Ludington SW
    1932 Ludington SW
    1932 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline of Oceana County is captured here in the early thirties, showing the transition from maritime commerce to recreational use. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Pentwater or find old school sites like Star Valley Sch and Nickerson Sch.

  2. 1932 Map of Ludington
    1932 Map of Ludington
    1932 Ludington
    1932 Print · USGS
    Ludington and the Mason County coast are shown here in the early 1930s as a thriving rail-to-lake transit hub. Researchers can trace the original street grids and find vanished rural landmarks like Eagle Sch, the Grange Hall, and the Ludington & Northern rail line.

  3. 1954 Map of Milwaukee, 1967 Print
    1954 Map of Milwaukee, 1967 Print
    1954 Milwaukee
    1967 Print · USGS
    Coastal life and maritime commerce across Lake Michigan are seen here during the mid-fifties, bridging Wisconsin's industrial hubs and Michigan's timberlands. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Grand Trunk Western and find long-established ports like Ludington, Port Washington, and Muskegon.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1958 Map of Milwaukee
    1958 Map of Milwaukee
    1958 Milwaukee
    1958 Print · USGS
    The shorelines of Lake Michigan in the late fifties reveal a landscape of bustling ferry ports and growing industrial suburbs. Genealogists and historians can trace rail networks like the Chesapeake & Ohio and locate landmarks such as Little Sable Point and Holy Cross Church.

  5. 1959 Map of Ludington, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Ludington, 1960 Print
    1959 Ludington
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mason County and the Lake Michigan shore are captured in the late fifties as a thriving maritime and agricultural region. Researchers can trace the waterfront rail operations of the Chesapeake and Ohio or locate family sites like Smith Corners, Zion Ch, and Lakeview Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1983 Map of Pentwater
    1983 Map of Pentwater
    1983 Pentwater
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline and the harbor of Pentwater are captured here in the early eighties. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like South Summit School, St Vincents, and industrial sites such as the Salt Well.

  7. 1983 Map of Ludington
    1983 Map of Ludington
    1983 Ludington
    1983 Print · USGS
    Ludington and the Mason County coast are captured here in the early eighties as a hub of Lake Michigan shipping and hydroelectric power. Trace the rail lines of the Chesapeake and Ohio, find local landmarks like White Pine Village, or locate family sites at Lakeview Cemetery.

  8. 1983 Map of Ludington, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Ludington, 1984 Print
    1983 Ludington
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Michigan shoreline during the early eighties comes alive in this survey of the dunes and woodlands. Trace the Chesapeake and Ohio rail route through Ludington and Hart, or find family landmarks like Meisenheimer Corners and Wiley.

  9. 2011 Map of Ludington, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Ludington, 2011 Print
    2011 Ludington
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Ludington, Pere Marquette Charter Township, and other nearby areas

  10. 2012 Map of Pentwater, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Pentwater, 2012 Print
    2012 Pentwater
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Pentwater, Weare Township, and other nearby areas

  11. 2014 Map of Ludington, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Ludington, 2014 Print
    2014 Ludington
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Ludington, Pere Marquette Charter Township, and other nearby areas

  12. 2014 Map of Pentwater, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Pentwater, 2014 Print
    2014 Pentwater
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Pentwater, Weare Township, and other nearby areas

  13. 2017 Map of Pentwater, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Pentwater, 2017 Print
    2017 Pentwater
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Pentwater, Weare Township, and other nearby areas

  14. 2017 Map of Ludington, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Ludington, 2017 Print
    2017 Ludington
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Ludington, Pere Marquette Charter Township, and other nearby areas

  15. 2019 Map of Ludington, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Ludington, 2019 Print
    2019 Ludington
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Ludington, Pere Marquette Charter Township, and other nearby areas

  16. 2019 Map of Pentwater, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Pentwater, 2019 Print
    2019 Pentwater
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Summit Township, including Pentwater, Weare Township, and other nearby areas

  17. 2023 Map of Ludington, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Ludington, 2023 Print
    2023 Ludington
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline at Ludington shows a modern maritime and civic landscape in the 2020s. Trace local history through landmarks like the Mason County Courthouse, the Lake Michigan Car Ferry, and historic cemeteries like Lakeview Cem.

  18. 2023 Map of Pentwater, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Pentwater, 2023 Print
    2023 Pentwater
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Lake Michigan shoreline at Pentwater is captured here in the early 2020s, showing the town's relationship with its namesake lake and forest. Genealogists and local historians can trace the village streets and the Pentwater Township Cem, or explore coastal features like Bass Lake and French Town.

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