Old Maps of Bemidji, Minnesota

Explore 30 old maps of Bemidji, spanning from 1920 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Bemidji, MN maps

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  1. 1920 Map of Buena Vista, 1944 Print
    1920 Map of Buena Vista, 1944 Print
    1920 Buena Vista
    1944 Print · USGS
    Beltrami County at the opening of the 1920s reveals a landscape of timbered townships and lakeside outposts tied together by early rail and trail. Genealogists and researchers can locate old communities like Puposky, Lavinia, and Buena Vista, or trace the Indian Reservation Boundary and Turtle River Station.

  2. 1954 Map of Bemidji, 1966 Print
    1954 Map of Bemidji, 1966 Print
    1954 Bemidji
    1966 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's lake country and timberlands are captured here at a mid-century peak of rail and road expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous small settlements like Mahnomen, Clearbrook, and Walker, while locating local landmarks such as White Earth Church.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1957 Map of Bemidji
    1957 Map of Bemidji
    1957 Bemidji
    1957 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota in the mid-fifties is defined by its massive lake systems and the sprawling timberlands of the Chippewa National Forest. Genealogists and researchers can trace old rail lines like the Great Northern RR and locate settlements such as Moberg, Naytahwaush, and Lake Itasca.

  4. 1958 Map of Bemidji
    1958 Map of Bemidji
    1958 Bemidji
    1958 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota in the late fifties is a vast landscape of tribal lands and timber forests tied together by rail. Genealogists and researchers can trace old rail stops and lakeside communities from Walker to Fosston, or explore the source of the Mississippi at Lake Itasca.

  5. 1968 Map of Bemidji East, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Bemidji East, 1970 Print
    1968 Bemidji East
    1970 Print · USGS
    The shorelines of the Mississippi headwaters in the late sixties show a landscape shaped by rail and water. Researchers can trace local genealogy and industry through Nymore, the Midway Seaplane Base, and the junction of the Great Soo and Northern Pacific lines.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1968 Map of Bemidji West, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Bemidji West, 1971 Print
    1968 Bemidji West
    1971 Print · USGS
    The headwaters of the Mississippi intersect with a growing college town and rail hub in the late 1960s. Genealogists and historians can trace the campuses of Bemidji State College and Oak Hills Institute, or locate family plots at Greenwood Cem and Wilton Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1972 Map of Peterson Lake, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Peterson Lake, 1974 Print
    1972 Peterson Lake
    1974 Print · USGS
    North of Bemidji in the early 1970s, the landscape was a mix of dense forest, treaty lands, and growing infrastructure. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Werner, the Northern Cem, and the quiet Chapel in the Pines.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1972 Map of Turtle River, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Turtle River, 1974 Print
    1972 Turtle River
    1974 Print · USGS
    The glacial lakes and forests of Beltrami County are captured in the early 1970s, showing the area's development as a recreation and timber hub. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Pine Ridge Cem, the Christenson Landing Field, and lakefront settlements at Birchmont and Lavinia.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1976 Map of Blackduck, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Blackduck, 1978 Print
    1976 Blackduck
    1978 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's lake country and timberlands are captured here during the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of several state and national forests. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Burlington Northern and find old lookout sites like the O'Brien Lookout Tower near Blackduck.

  10. 1977 Map of Cass Lake, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Cass Lake, 1978 Print
    1977 Cass Lake
    1978 Print · USGS
    The northern Minnesota lake country is shown in the late seventies, dominated by the massive waters of Leech Lake and the headwaters of the Mississippi. Genealogists and local historians can trace lakeside settlements like Walker and Onigum, or locate the State College in Bemidji.

  11. 2010 Map of Turtle River, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Turtle River, 2010 Print
    2010 Turtle River
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Turtle River, Birchmont, and other nearby areas

  12. 2010 Map of Bemidji West, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Bemidji West, 2010 Print
    2010 Bemidji West
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Wilton, Birchlane & Country Lane Mhc, and other nearby areas

  13. 2010 Map of Peterson Lake, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Peterson Lake, 2010 Print
    2010 Peterson Lake
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Wilton, Werner, and other nearby areas

  14. 2010 Map of Bemidji East, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Bemidji East, 2010 Print
    2010 Bemidji East
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Norway Park, Rosby, and other nearby areas

  15. 2013 Map of Turtle River, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Turtle River, 2013 Print
    2013 Turtle River
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Turtle River, Birchmont, and other nearby areas

  16. 2013 Map of Bemidji East, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Bemidji East, 2013 Print
    2013 Bemidji East
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Norway Park, Rosby, and other nearby areas

  17. 2013 Map of Bemidji West, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Bemidji West, 2013 Print
    2013 Bemidji West
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Wilton, Birchlane & Country Lane Mhc, and other nearby areas

  18. 2013 Map of Peterson Lake, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Peterson Lake, 2013 Print
    2013 Peterson Lake
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Wilton, Werner, and other nearby areas

  19. 2016 Map of Turtle River, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Turtle River, 2016 Print
    2016 Turtle River
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Turtle River, Birchmont, and other nearby areas

  20. 2016 Map of Bemidji West, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Bemidji West, 2016 Print
    2016 Bemidji West
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Wilton, Birchlane & Country Lane Mhc, and other nearby areas

  21. 2016 Map of Peterson Lake, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Peterson Lake, 2016 Print
    2016 Peterson Lake
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Wilton, Werner, and other nearby areas

  22. 2016 Map of Bemidji East, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Bemidji East, 2016 Print
    2016 Bemidji East
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Norway Park, Rosby, and other nearby areas

  23. 2019 Map of Peterson Lake, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Peterson Lake, 2019 Print
    2019 Peterson Lake
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Wilton, Werner, and other nearby areas

  24. 2019 Map of Turtle River, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Turtle River, 2019 Print
    2019 Turtle River
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Turtle River, Birchmont, and other nearby areas

  25. 2019 Map of Bemidji East, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Bemidji East, 2019 Print
    2019 Bemidji East
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Bemidji, including Norway Park, Rosby, and other nearby areas

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