Old Maps of Presque Isle County, Michigan for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Presque Isle County with 157 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.
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These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Presque Isle County has changed over the decades.


Presque Isle County, MI maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Alpena, 1978 Print
    1954 Map of Alpena, 1978 Print
    1954 Alpena
    1978 Print · USGS
    The northern waters of Lake Huron meet the Ontario islands during the mid-1950s, a time of active coastal shipping and timber management. Genealogists and historians can trace the Detroit and Mackinac rail line through Alpena or locate rural landmarks like St. Catharine Ch and Forty Mile Point.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1955 Map of Atlanta, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Atlanta, 1956 Print
    1955 Atlanta
    1956 Print · USGS
    Montmorency County is mapped here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of state forests and quiet settlements before modern development. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Pleasant Valley Ch, Avery Cem, and the Edwards Sch (Abandoned).
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1955 Map of Hillman, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Hillman, 1956 Print
    1955 Hillman
    1956 Print · USGS
    The village of Hillman and its surrounding forest lands are documented here during the mid-1950s. Local researchers can trace family roots through numerous rural sites like St Johns Ch, Babcock Sch, and the Hillman Cemetery.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 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

  5. 1957 Map of Alpena
    1957 Map of Alpena
    1957 Alpena
    1957 Print · USGS
    Northeast Michigan and the islands of the North Channel are captured in the mid-1950s, showing the vital maritime and rail connections of the region. Researchers can trace the path of the Detroit and Mackinac RR or locate small settlements like Meldrum Bay and Lachine.

  6. 1957 Map of Cheboygan, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Cheboygan, 1958 Print
    1957 Cheboygan
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Straits of Mackinac meet the northern Michigan timberlands in the late fifties, showing a landscape defined by Great Lakes shipping and inland rail. Researchers can locate many local landmarks, from Cheboygan harbor to rural sites like School No 2 and Pine Hill Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1957 Map of Onaway, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Onaway, 1959 Print
    1957 Onaway
    1959 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan's timber and rail country is captured here in the late fifties, centered on the community of Onaway. Genealogists and historians can trace the Detroit and Mackinac railroad line, find old schools like Vibber Sch, and locate family plots in North Allis Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 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

  9. 1958 Map of Alpena
    1958 Map of Alpena
    1958 Alpena
    1958 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of Lake Huron and the Ontario islands are mapped here in the late fifties. You can trace the Detroit and Mackinac RR through Rogers City or locate remote outposts like Meldrum Bay and St. Vital church.

  10. 1958 Map of Grace, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Grace, 1959 Print
    1958 Grace
    1959 Print · USGS
    The northern coast of Presque Isle County is captured in the late fifties as a landscape of dense state forests and quiet bay shores. Researchers can locate the Grace Cem, the Huron Beach Ch, and the small settlement at Greene.

  11. 1969 Map of Alpena
    1969 Map of Alpena
    1969 Alpena
    1969 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron coastline and the Manitoulin islands come alive in this mid-century survey of the Michigan-Ontario border. Genealogists and historians can trace the Detroit and Mackinac rail line through settlements like Lachine and Cathro, or locate the numerous island reservations including Obigewong Indian Reservation No 21.

  12. 1971 Map of Presque Isle, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Presque Isle, 1974 Print
    1971 Presque Isle
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Michigan shoreline of Lake Huron in the early 1970s features a unique coastal landscape of twin peninsulas and deep harbors. Researchers can trace the maritime history of Harbor View or locate industrial sites like the Stoneport Quarry and the Old Lighthouse.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1971 Map of Long Lake West, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Long Lake West, 1974 Print
    1971 Long Lake West
    1974 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan's forest and lakeland life are captured here in the early seventies, spanning the line between Presque Isle and Alpena. Trace family roots and local history near Cathro, Pilgrims Rest Cem, and the Maple Ridge Sch.

  14. 1971 Map of Rogers City, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Rogers City, 1974 Print
    1971 Rogers City
    1974 Print · USGS
    Presque Isle County’s industrial and lakeside character comes to life in the early 1970s. Genealogists and researchers can trace the streets of Rogers City, locate parochial schools like St Johns Sch, and see the footprint of the massive Quarry.

  15. 1971 Map of Hawks, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Hawks, 1974 Print
    1971 Hawks
    1974 Print · USGS
    Northern Presque Isle County appears in the early 1970s as a landscape of timber, rail, and numerous glacial lakes. Researchers can trace the village of Hawks, identify local burial sites like Hope Cem, and locate long-standing landmarks such as Hawks Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1971 Map of Metz, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Metz, 1974 Print
    1971 Metz
    1974 Print · USGS
    Metz and the surrounding Presque Isle County countryside appear in the early 1970s as a landscape of timber, rail, and rural townships. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Township Cem and St Johns Ch or trace the Detroit and Mackinac railroad line.

  17. 1971 Map of Moltke, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Moltke, 1974 Print
    1971 Moltke
    1974 Print · USGS
    Presque Isle County’s Lake Huron shoreline and timberlands are captured here in the early seventies. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks and rural hubs like Moltke, the Forty Mile Point Lighthouse, and St James Cem.

  18. 1971 Map of Adams Point, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Adams Point, 1974 Print
    1971 Adams Point
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Lake Huron coastline of northern Michigan comes into focus in the early 1970s, featuring the industrial and natural landscapes of Pulawski. Map collectors can trace the Detroit and Mackinac rail line and locate the massive Quarry at Adams Point.

  19. 1971 Map of Polaski, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Polaski, 1974 Print
    1971 Polaski
    1974 Print · USGS
    Alpena and Presque Isle counties are captured in the early seventies, showing a landscape defined by state forest land and the Detroit and Mackinac Railroad. Local historians can trace family-named roads and rural church sites like St Pauls Ch, Leer Ch, and the settlement of Long Rapids.

  20. 1971 Map of Thompsons Harbor, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Thompsons Harbor, 1974 Print
    1971 Thompsons Harbor
    1974 Print · USGS
    Presque Isle County’s coastal wilderness and the northern reaches of the Lake Huron shoreline are captured here in the early seventies. Genealogists and local historians can trace the islands of Grand Lake, including Macombers Island and Three Sisters Island, alongside the woodland trails of Black Lake State Forest.

  21. 1971 Map of Posen, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Posen, 1974 Print
    1971 Posen
    1974 Print · USGS
    Presque Isle County comes into focus in the 1970s, centered on the village of Posen and its rail connections. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of the community through St Casimir Sch, the Cem, and rural routes like Leer Road.

  22. 1971 Map of Long Lake East, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Long Lake East, 1974 Print
    1971 Long Lake East
    1974 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan's Lake Huron coast and the eastern shores of Long Lake are captured here in the early seventies. Researchers can locate the Quarry at Rockport, the Hinks Sch, and family-named roads like Rayburn Road.

  23. 1982 Map of Petoskey
    1982 Map of Petoskey
    1982 Petoskey
    1982 Print · USGS
    Northern Michigan in the early eighties shows a landscape of deep timber and vast inland lakes. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Michigan Central and Detroit and Mackinac between Petoskey, Gaylord, and Wolverine.

  24. 1982 Map of Cordwood Point, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Cordwood Point, 1983 Print
    1982 Cordwood Point
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Cheboygan County during the early eighties shows a landscape of protected timberlands and quiet bays. You can trace early trails and landmarks like Cordwood Trail, the Coast Guard Chapel, and the elevated vistas of High Banks.

  25. 1982 Map of Grace, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Grace, 1983 Print
    1982 Grace
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Presque Isle County meets the shoreline of the Great Lakes in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape defined by state forests and northern waters. Local historians can trace the lakeside settlements of Grace and Huron Beach or locate the Township Cem near Clear Lake.

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