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1970s Maps of Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Explore 19 historic maps of Crow Wing County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Crow Wing County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Crow Wing County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Crow Wing County, MN maps

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  1. 1970 Map of Edna Lake, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Edna Lake, 1972 Print
    1970 Edna Lake
    1972 Print · USGS
    The wilderness at the junction of Cass, Aitkin, and Crow Wing counties is captured here in the early seventies. Genealogists and outdoorsmen can trace the water systems of Little Pine Lake and Edna Lake or locate the remote outpost of Mae.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1970 Map of Mitchell Lake, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Mitchell Lake, 1972 Print
    1970 Mitchell Lake
    1972 Print · USGS
    Cass and Crow Wing counties are captured here in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape defined by Northwoods water and state forest land. Genealogists and local historians can trace the corporate limits of Fifty Lakes and Emily or locate family sites near Mitchell Lake and Kego Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1970 Map of Roosevelt Lake, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Roosevelt Lake, 1972 Print
    1970 Roosevelt Lake
    1972 Print · USGS
    The lake country of Cass and Crow Wing counties is shown in the early seventies as a hub of woodland recreation and conservation. Genealogists and local researchers can trace early settlements at Outing and Emily or locate landmarks like the Ranger Station and Plummers Point.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1971 Map of Lake Ada, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Lake Ada, 1973 Print
    1971 Lake Ada
    1973 Print · USGS
    The northern lakes of Cass County are shown here in the early seventies, featuring the settlements of Pontoria and Chickamaw Beach. Researchers can trace local landmarks like the Ponto Lake Cem, the Townhall, and a Winter Trail winding through the woods.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1971 Map of Stewart Lake, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Stewart Lake, 1973 Print
    1971 Stewart Lake
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Cass and Crow Wing county line runs through this dense Minnesota lake country as it appeared in the early seventies. Trace the network of seasonal routes and forest landmarks, including Thompson Trail, Blind Lake Ch, and the intriguing Dirty House Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1973 Map of Emily, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Emily, 1975 Print
    1973 Emily
    1975 Print · USGS
    The lakeside community of Emily is captured here during the 1970s, surrounded by the deep woods of the Emily State Forest. Researchers can locate family sites at Pine Ridge Cem or trace old landmarks like the Townhall and Emily Lookout Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1973 Map of Iron Hub, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Iron Hub, 1975 Print
    1973 Iron Hub
    1975 Print · USGS
    Crow Wing and Aitkin counties at the start of the 1970s reveal a landscape defined by industrial rail lines and intricate river systems. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Iron Hub and locate specific sites like St Johns Ch or Immanuel Cem.
  22. 1973 Map of Cuyuna, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Cuyuna, 1975 Print
    1973 Cuyuna
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Cuyuna Iron Range comes alive in the early 1970s, showing a landscape where heavy industry and Minnesota's lake country meet. Genealogists and historians can locate the Yawkey Mine, trace the Burlington Northern tracks, and find old settlements like Cuyuna and Wolford.
  25. 1973 Map of Ross Lake, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Ross Lake, 1975 Print
    1973 Ross Lake
    1975 Print · USGS
    Crow Wing and Aitkin counties are captured here in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of interconnected glacial lakes and protected wildlife areas. Genealogists and outdoorsmen can trace primitive access routes to Little Pine Lake, Ross Lake, and the remote Birchdale State Wildlife Management Area.
  28. 1973 Map of Crosby, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Crosby, 1976 Print
    1973 Crosby
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Cuyuna Iron Range comes into sharp focus during the 1970s, showing a landscape defined by industrial iron pits and expansive lakes. Genealogists and historians can trace the mining footprint at the Portsmouth Mine or locate family sites near Irondale Cem and Deerwood Cem.
  31. 1973 Map of Merrifield, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Merrifield, 1976 Print
    1973 Merrifield
    1976 Print · USGS
    The lake country north of Brainerd is captured in the early 1970s, showing a transition from dense woodland and water to emerging infrastructure. Researchers can trace the Burlington Northern line through Merrifield and locate family sites at Lake Edward Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1973 Map of Riverton, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Riverton, 1976 Print
    1973 Riverton
    1976 Print · USGS
    Crow Wing County's iron-mining heritage is on full display in the early seventies, centered on the village of Riverton. Researchers can trace the extensive footprints of the Sagamore Mine and Snowshoe Mine or locate early settlements at Loerch and Woodrow.
  37. 1973 Map of Bay Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Bay Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 Bay Lake
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Crow Wing and Aitkin county line area was a landscape of dense glacial lakes and conservation lands in the 1970s. Researchers can trace family landmarks and transport history via Bennetville Cem, the Dorris Ch, and the Old Railroad Grade.
  40. 1973 Map of Gull Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Gull Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 Gull Lake
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Brainerd Lakes area thrived as a premier mid-century vacation destination, shaped by its vast waterways and the expansion of the Highway 371 corridor. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Nisswa, the Donnybrooke Speedway, and historic youth camps like Camp Lincoln.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1973 Map of Garrison, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Garrison, 1976 Print
    1973 Garrison
    1976 Print · USGS
    The northwestern shores of Mille Lacs Lake come alive in the 1970s, showcasing a landscape defined by lakeside recreation and small-town infrastructure. Local historians can trace the development of Garrison and Cutler, or locate landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and Pine Lake Chapel.
  46. 1973 Map of Brainerd, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Brainerd, 1976 Print
    1973 Brainerd
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Brainerd lakes area was a bustling regional center during the 1970s, as urban expansion reached toward Baxter and the Mississippi River. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of the community through the sites of the Brainerd State Hospital, Evergreen Cem, and numerous historic schools.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1973 Map of Grave Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Grave Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 Grave Lake
    1976 Print · USGS
    Crow Wing County during the early 1970s reveals a water-rich landscape of timber and small townships. Family historians can locate specific burial sites at Oak Grove Cem and Dykeman Union Cem or trace the early course of the Nokasippi River.
  52. 1973 Map of South Long Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of South Long Lake, 1976 Print
    1973 South Long Lake
    1976 Print · USGS
    Crow Wing County's lake country is frozen in time during the early 1970s, showing a landscape defined by water and woods. Genealogists and local historians can trace family ties at Vaale Cemetery or follow the banks of the Nokasippi River and Nokay River.
  55. 1976 Map of Pine River, 1994 Print
    1976 Map of Pine River, 1994 Print
    1976 Pine River
    1994 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's lake country is captured here during the mid-seventies, showing the expansion of recreation around Pequot Lakes and Nisswa. Researchers can trace the Burlington Northern rail line and locate forest landmarks within the Paul Bunyan State Forest and Chippewa National Forest.
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