Old Maps of Carver, Minnesota for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 31 historic maps of Carver. 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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Carver, MN maps

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  1. 1905 Map of Minnetonka, 1957 Print
    1905 Map of Minnetonka, 1957 Print
    1905 Minnetonka
    1957 Print · USGS
    Lake Minnetonka and the Minnesota River valley are seen here during the early twentieth century as the region's resort and rail economy reached its height. Genealogists and historians can trace rail stops like Mound Sta, the summer colonies of Deephaven, and the riverfront streets of Chaska.

  2. 1907 Map of Minnetonka
    1907 Map of Minnetonka
    1907 Minnetonka
    1907 Print · USGS
    Lake Minnetonka was a premier summer destination at the turn of the century, crisscrossed by a Steamboat Route and multiple railroads. Genealogists and historians can trace old lakeside landings and early rail stops like Spring Park Sta, Mound Sta, and Zumbra Heights Sta.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1953 Map of Saint Paul, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Saint Paul, 1964 Print
    1953 Saint Paul
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities and the Mississippi River valley are captured here at a mid-century turning point. Trace the early growth of Minneapolis and Saint Paul alongside landmarks like Lake Minnetonka and the St Croix River.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1957 Map of New Prague, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of New Prague, 1959 Print
    1957 New Prague
    1959 Print · USGS
    Scott and Le Sueur Counties in the late fifties reveal a landscape of deep-rooted parish settlements and thriving river-valley agriculture. Genealogists can trace family footprints through rural sites like East Union, St Benedict, and the St Josephs Sch Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1958 Map of Victoria, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Victoria, 1959 Print
    1958 Victoria
    1959 Print · USGS
    Carver County’s farming communities and lake country are captured here in the late fifties, just before the expansion of the Twin Cities suburbs. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Lake Auburn Church, Mt Hope Cemetery, and School No 106.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 1958 Map of Lake Minnetonka, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Lake Minnetonka, 1959 Print
    1958 Lake Minnetonka
    1959 Print · USGS
    The western suburbs of Minneapolis appear in a period of transition during the late fifties, centered on the complex shores of Lake Minnetonka. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Wayzata, Deephaven, and Shakopee, or locate family landmarks like Calvin Ch and the Jesuit Seminary.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1958 Map of Shakopee, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Shakopee, 1959 Print
    1958 Shakopee
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley comes alive in the late fifties, showcasing the river towns of Shakopee and Chaska as they sat before major modern development. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Assumption Seminary, St Johns Cem, and the path of the Minneapolis and St Louis railroad.
    5 unique versions available

  8. 1959 Map of Saint Paul
    1959 Map of Saint Paul
    1959 Saint Paul
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities and southeastern Minnesota appear here in the late fifties, showing the peak of the rail era and post-war suburban growth. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Lake Minnetonka, the Univ Of Minn Rosemount Research Center, or the growing neighborhoods of Richfield.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1981 Map of Jordan West, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Jordan West, 1982 Print
    1981 Jordan West
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley south of Carver comes to life in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape of river-bottom lakes and upland farming. Researchers can locate the Augustana Cemetery, trace the Chicago and North Western rail line, and find the Drive-in Theater near Jordan.

  10. 1981 Map of Jordan East, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Jordan East, 1982 Print
    1981 Jordan East
    1982 Print · USGS
    Scott County in the early eighties remains a landscape of small agricultural hamlets and glacial lakes. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Chicago and North Western, locate local burial sites like St Marys Cem, or find the small community of Mudbaden.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1985 Map of Saint Paul
    1985 Map of Saint Paul
    1985 Saint Paul
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities metropolitan area and its southern suburbs are captured here in the mid-eighties as the urban landscape expanded toward the Minnesota River. Researchers can trace the layout of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation, find local landmarks like St Benedict Church, and study the rail routes of the Soo Line.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 2010 Map of Jordan West, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Jordan West, 2010 Print
    2010 Jordan West
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley near Jordan is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the mix of growing towns and deep-rooted rural sites. Researchers can find Spirit Hill Cemetery, the Scott County Fairgrounds, and local schools like School Number 25.

  13. 2010 Map of Shakopee, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Shakopee, 2010 Print
    2010 Shakopee
    2010 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley comes into focus during this period of suburban growth in Chaska, Chanhassen, and Shakopee. Researchers can trace numerous local heritage sites including Moravian Cemetery, Rileys Landing Seaplane Base, and the University of Saint Thomas.

  14. 2010 Map of Jordan East, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Jordan East, 2010 Print
    2010 Jordan East
    2010 Print · USGS
    Scott County reveals its rural character and glacial hydrology during the early 21st century. Researchers can trace family ties and early settlements near Saint Marys Cemetery in Marystown or follow the winding course of Sand Creek through Merriam.

  15. 2010 Map of Victoria, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Victoria, 2010 Print
    2010 Victoria
    2010 Print · USGS
    Victoria and the surrounding Carver County lake country are documented here in the early 2000s as residential growth meets long-standing rural settlements. Researchers can locate numerous local landmarks including the Victoria Post Office, Molnau Airpark, and the Lake Auburn Moravian Cemetary.

  16. 2013 Map of Jordan West, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Jordan West, 2013 Print
    2013 Jordan West
    2013 Print · USGS
    The bluffs of the Minnesota River valley and the town of Jordan are captured here during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can locate early burial sites like Augustana Cem or trace the development of the Scott County Fairgrounds.

  17. 2013 Map of Shakopee, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Shakopee, 2013 Print
    2013 Shakopee
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley comes into focus during this period of suburban growth across Chaska and Shakopee. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like the Brickyard Clayhole, Aspden Cem, and Moravian Cem as modern developments rise around them.

  18. 2013 Map of Jordan East, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Jordan East, 2013 Print
    2013 Jordan East
    2013 Print · USGS
    Scott County's river-valley landscape is documented here in the early twenty-first century as the area around Jordan transitioned between its agricultural roots and modern growth. Genealogists and local historians can locate Saint Marys Cemetery, the settlement of Marystown, and the sprawling Louisville Swamp.

  19. 2013 Map of Victoria, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Victoria, 2013 Print
    2013 Victoria
    2013 Print · USGS
    In the early twenty-first century, the lake country of Carver County was a mix of growing suburban centers and traditional farming communities. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous burial sites like German Reformed Cem and Preiss Cem or explore the geography of Augusta and Dahlgren.

  20. 2016 Map of Victoria, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Victoria, 2016 Print
    2016 Victoria
    2016 Print · USGS
    The lake-strewn landscape of Carver County is shown here in the mid-2010s during a period of suburban growth. Family researchers can pinpoint historic burial sites like German Reformed Cem or trace the early settlement footprints of Augusta and Victoria.

  21. 2016 Map of Jordan West, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Jordan West, 2016 Print
    2016 Jordan West
    2016 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley and its marshy bottomlands are captured here in the mid-2010s, showing the settled bluffs above Jordan. Family historians can locate the Augustana Cemetery and Swedish Lutheran Cemetery or trace the Union Pacific railroad past Carver Rapids.

  22. 2016 Map of Jordan East, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Jordan East, 2016 Print
    2016 Jordan East
    2016 Print · USGS
    The river bluffs and wetlands of Scott County are captured here in the mid-2010s, showing a landscape defined by water and early crossroads. Trace family roots through local landmarks like Saint Mary's Cem, the settlement of Lydia, and the rural expanse of Louisville Swamp.

  23. 2016 Map of Shakopee, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Shakopee, 2016 Print
    2016 Shakopee
    2016 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley serves as the focal point for this mid-2010s study of the growing suburban corridor southwest of Minneapolis. Genealogists and local historians can locate several historic burial sites like Chanhassen Pioneer Cem or trace industrial remnants at the Brickyard Clayhole.

  24. 2019 Map of Jordan West, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Jordan West, 2019 Print
    2019 Jordan West
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota River valley south of Carver appears here in the late 2010s, showcasing a landscape of fertile bottoms and upland settlements. Genealogists can locate several historic burial grounds, including Augustana Cem and Spirit Hill Cem, alongside the community of East Union.

  25. 2019 Map of Jordan East, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Jordan East, 2019 Print
    2019 Jordan East
    2019 Print · USGS
    Scott County's wetlands and rising suburban fringes are captured here in the late twenty-tens, showing the area between the Minnesota River valley and local lakes. Researchers can trace historic burial sites at Saint Mary's Cem, the rural crossroads of Lydia, and aviation history at Sky Park Airport.

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