Old Maps of Thomson, Carlton for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 9 historic maps of Thomson. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Thomson.


Thomson, Carlton maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Duluth, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Duluth, 1964 Print
    1953 Duluth
    1964 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin are shown here during a period of industrial maturity and expanding conservation. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-connected towns like McGrath and Wahkon, or locate heritage sites within the Fond du Lac Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1954 Map of Cloquet, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Cloquet, 1955 Print
    1954 Cloquet
    1955 Print · USGS
    Carlton County in the mid-1950s showcases a landscape of industrial power and rail-driven growth along the St Louis River. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Cloquet through its many schools, cemeteries, and the rail lines of the Northern Pacific.
    5 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Duluth
    1958 Map of Duluth
    1958 Duluth
    1958 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Minnesota and the Wisconsin borderlands are shown in detail during the late 1950s, centered on the bustling rail yards and ports of Duluth. You can trace the historic routes of the Soo Line and Duluth Missabe & Iron Range through small towns like McGrath, Bruno, and Wrenshall.

  4. 1980 Map of Duluth
    1980 Map of Duluth
    1980 Duluth
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Twin Ports of the early 1980s showcase a landscape defined by heavy rail lines and Lake Superior shipping. Trace the iron-ore routes through Proctor or locate family sites near Sunrise Memorial Cem and Floodwood.

  5. 2010 Map of Cloquet, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Cloquet, 2010 Print
    2010 Cloquet
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Thomson, including Cloquet, Scanlon, and other nearby areas

  6. 2013 Map of Cloquet, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Cloquet, 2013 Print
    2013 Cloquet
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Thomson, including Cloquet, Scanlon, and other nearby areas

  7. 2016 Map of Cloquet, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Cloquet, 2016 Print
    2016 Cloquet
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Thomson, including Cloquet, Scanlon, and other nearby areas

  8. 2019 Map of Cloquet, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Cloquet, 2019 Print
    2019 Cloquet
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Thomson, including Cloquet, Scanlon, and other nearby areas

  9. 2022 Map of Cloquet, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Cloquet, 2022 Print
    2022 Cloquet
    2022 Print · USGS
    Cloquet and the Saint Louis River valley are captured in detail in this recent survey of Carlton County. Researchers can trace the path of the Willard Munger State Trail or locate family sites at Thomson Cem and Hillcrest Cem.

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