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1960s Maps of Oakland County, Michigan

Explore 31 historic maps of Oakland County from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — 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 Oakland County's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Oakland County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Oakland County, MI maps

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  1. 1961 Map of Detroit, 1973 Print
    1961 Map of Detroit, 1973 Print
    1961 Detroit
    1973 Print · USGS
    The international border between Michigan and Ontario was a bustling industrial corridor in the early sixties. Researchers can trace the transit networks and riverfront infrastructure connecting Detroit to Windsor via the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel and major air hubs like Willow Run Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1965 Map of Detroit
    1965 Map of Detroit
    1965 Detroit
    1965 Print · USGS
    The industrial corridor between Michigan and Ontario is captured here at mid-century, showing the dense rail and river networks of the Great Lakes. Local historians can trace the paths of the Grand Trunk Western RR and locate key landmarks like Selfridge Air Force Base and Grosse Ile.
  7. 1965 Map of South Lyon, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of South Lyon, 1967 Print
    1965 South Lyon
    1967 Print · USGS
    Southeast Michigan in the mid-sixties reveals a countryside defined by the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad and numerous glacial lakes. Trace early burial grounds like Old Irish Cem and Rose Cem, alongside the schoolyards of Sayre Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1968 Map of Hadley, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Hadley, 1970 Print
    1968 Hadley
    1970 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Lapeer and Genesee counties are captured here as traditional farming communities met the growth of lakeside recreation. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Sanborn Cem, the community at Hadley, and the hills of the Ortonville State Recreation Area.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1968 Map of Ortonville, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Ortonville, 1970 Print
    1968 Ortonville
    1970 Print · USGS
    In the late sixties, this northern Oakland County landscape featured a dense network of glacial lakes and developing residential hubs. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites at Carmer Cemetery or explore the growth of Ortonville and Brandon Gardens.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1968 Map of Thornville, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Thornville, 1970 Print
    1968 Thornville
    1970 Print · USGS
    The Lapeer County countryside in the late sixties reveals a network of farming hamlets and glacial lakes. Family history researchers can trace sites like Dryden Center Cem, the village of Thornville, and the Grand Trunk Western rail line.
  19. 1968 Map of Lake Orion, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Lake Orion, 1970 Print
    1968 Lake Orion
    1970 Print · USGS
    Northern Oakland County was a patchwork of quiet lakefront villages and glacial hills in the late sixties. Researchers can trace the layout of old settlements at Lakeville and Leonard, or locate family sites near Kingsbury Sch Cem and Rudds Mill.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1968 Map of Utica, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Utica, 1970 Print
    1968 Utica
    1970 Print · USGS
    The Macomb and Oakland county line comes alive in the late sixties, showing the suburban growth surrounding Rochester and Utica. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous sites like Stony Creek Cem, Disco, and Washington.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1968 Map of Romeo, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Romeo, 1970 Print
    1968 Romeo
    1970 Print · USGS
    The village of Romeo and its surrounding townships appear in the late sixties as a landscape of glacial lakes and growing parklands. Researchers can locate family burial plots at Brabb Cem, the historic Clifton Mill, and early municipal landmarks like the Grange Hall.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1968 Map of Metamora, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Metamora, 1970 Print
    1968 Metamora
    1970 Print · USGS
    Lapeer County's rolling lake country is captured here in the late sixties as the village of Metamora and the hamlet of Thomas anchor the local rail line. Researchers can trace historic family burial sites like Harris Cem and Schuneman Cem or explore the early footprints of Camp Metamora and the Metamora-Hadley State Recreation Area.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1968 Map of Kent Lake, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Kent Lake, 1970 Print
    1968 Kent Lake
    1970 Print · USGS
    Livingston and Oakland Counties are shown during a period of significant recreational development in the late sixties. Genealogists and local researchers can trace the Chesapeake and Ohio rail line, Brighton Cemetery, and the School Lake School.
    6 unique versions available
  34. 1968 Map of Almont, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Almont, 1970 Print
    1968 Almont
    1970 Print · USGS
    Lapeer County is captured in the late sixties as a traditional farming landscape beginning to modernize. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Hunters Cem and Hough Cem or follow the Grand Trunk Western rail line through Dryden.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1968 Map of Davisburg, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Davisburg, 1971 Print
    1968 Davisburg
    1971 Print · USGS
    Oakland County was a mosaic of glacial lakes and shifting rail lines in the late sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Gravel Hill Cem or locate old community hubs like Groveland Corners and Davisburg.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1968 Map of Pontiac South, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Pontiac South, 1971 Print
    1968 Pontiac South
    1971 Print · USGS
    Oakland County's lake district and the growing suburbs of Detroit are captured here in the late sixties. Trace family roots and local development near Cass Lake, Franklin, and the grounds of Cranbrook Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1968 Map of Oxford, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Oxford, 1971 Print
    1968 Oxford
    1971 Print · USGS
    The northern Oakland County lake country is captured here during the late sixties, showing a landscape of deep glacial basins and growing shoreline communities. Researchers can trace historic schools and cemeteries such as Clear Lake Sch, Oakwood Cem, and the notable St Josephs Convent.
    3 unique versions available
  46. 1968 Map of Clarkston, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Clarkston, 1971 Print
    1968 Clarkston
    1971 Print · USGS
    Oakland County's lake-rich landscape is captured in the late sixties as suburban growth surrounds established villages and rural colleges. Trace family roots and local history at Lakeview Cemetery, Columbiere College, or along the historic Dixie Hwy.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1968 Map of Rochester, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Rochester, 1971 Print
    1968 Rochester
    1971 Print · USGS
    Rochester and its surroundings were transforming during the late sixties as suburban campuses and modern infrastructure met established rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots at Mt Avon Cemetery or study the early campuses of Oakland University and Michigan Christian College.
    5 unique versions available
  52. 1968 Map of Birmingham, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Birmingham, 1971 Print
    1968 Birmingham
    1971 Print · USGS
    Oakland County's suburban expansion is in full view during the late sixties as residential neighborhoods fill the gaps between historic village centers. Genealogists and local historians can trace the footprint of Birmingham and Royal Oak, locating old landmarks like Berz Airport and White Chapel Cemetery.
    4 unique versions available
  55. 1968 Map of Royal Oak, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Royal Oak, 1971 Print
    1968 Royal Oak
    1971 Print · USGS
    Detroit and its northern suburbs reached a peak of mid-century development as seen in this late-sixties survey. Researchers can trace the growth of Oak Park and Ferndale or locate family landmarks like Woodlawn Cemetery and St Gerard Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  58. 1968 Map of Pontiac North, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Pontiac North, 1971 Print
    1968 Pontiac North
    1971 Print · USGS
    Oakland County's northern expansion is clear in the late sixties as suburban development meets the lake country. Genealogists and historians can trace the grounds of the Pontiac State Hospital, find family plots in Oak Hill Cemetery, or locate the many local schools like Bagley Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1968 Map of Highland, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Highland, 1971 Print
    1968 Highland
    1971 Print · USGS
    Oakland County's lake country is seen here in the late sixties as residential shoreline development expanded around the region's glacial basins. Researchers can trace family sites at Rose Center Cem, locate old schools like Duck Lake Sch, and follow the Chesapeake and Ohio rail line.
    4 unique versions available
  64. 1968 Map of Warren, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Warren, 1971 Print
    1968 Warren
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Detroit suburbs were in the midst of a massive postwar boom when this survey was conducted. Genealogists and local historians can trace dozens of neighborhood schools and churches, from Holy Trinity Cem to the early days of the Oakland Mall Shopping Center.
    5 unique versions available
  67. 1968 Map of West Highland, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of West Highland, 1971 Print
    1968 West Highland
    1971 Print · USGS
    Livingston and Oakland counties are captured here in the late sixties, a landscape of family farms and emerging lakefront camps. Genealogists and local historians can trace the sites of Beebe Cem, Tyrone Center, and the Hartland Millpond during this period of growth.
    3 unique versions available
  70. 1968 Map of Redford, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Redford, 1971 Print
    1968 Redford
    1971 Print · USGS
    Redford and northwest Detroit emerge in their mid-century form as the suburban grid solidifies along the county line. Genealogists can trace family sites near Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Clarenceville Cem, and numerous parish schools like St Paul Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  73. 1968 Map of Highland Park, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Highland Park, 1971 Print
    1968 Highland Park
    1971 Print · USGS
    The northern Detroit metropolitan area is shown here in its mid-century maturity, featuring the densely packed street grids of industrial enclaves. Genealogists can trace family neighborhoods near Mt Olivet Cem, St Florian High Sch, or along the Grand Trunk Western RR.
    4 unique versions available
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