1950s Maps of Grand Lake Township, Minnesota

Explore 11 historic maps of Grand Lake Township from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Grand Lake Township's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Grand Lake Township's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.


Grand Lake Township, MN maps

(11)
  1. 1953 Map of Twig, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Twig, 1954 Print
    1953 Twig
    1954 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County is captured here in the early fifties, showing a landscape defined by the expansive Fish Lake Reservoir and state forest lands. Researchers can trace local history through the Duluth Winnipeg and Pacific rail line and sites like the Grand Lake Cem and Caribou Lake Sch.
    6 unique versions available

  2. 1953 Map of Canyon, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Canyon, 1954 Print
    1953 Canyon
    1954 Print · USGS
    The rural woodlands of St. Louis County are captured here in the early 1950s, showing the settlement of Canyon amidst the Cloquet Valley State Forest. Local researchers can locate the Town Hall, trace the course of Hellwig Creek, and identify family plots at the Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1953 Map of Shaw, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Shaw, 1954 Print
    1953 Shaw
    1954 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County timberlands and rail corridors are documented here in the early fifties as the region supported local industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the Duluth Winnipeg and Pacific tracks past Shaw or locate family sites near Cooks Lake and Morgan Lake.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1953 Map of Saginaw, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Saginaw, 1955 Print
    1953 Saginaw
    1955 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County is defined by its industrial rail corridors and the winding St. Louis River during the early 1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace the Fond Du Lac Indian Reservation boundary and find local landmarks like Holy Family Cem and Saginaw.
    4 unique versions available

  5. 1953 Map of Adolph, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Adolph, 1955 Print
    1953 Adolph
    1955 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County is captured here in the early fifties, showing a landscape defined by industrial rail lines and lakefront settlements. Genealogists and rail historians can trace the Duluth Missabe and Iron Range line through Adolph and Munger, or locate Canosia Cem and the Pike Lake Sch.
    5 unique versions available

  6. 1953 Map of Independence, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Independence, 1955 Print
    1953 Independence
    1955 Print · USGS
    St. Louis County timberland and small settlements are captured here in the early fifties during a period of rural stability. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Independence, St Johns Cem, and the old Railroad Grade.
    6 unique versions available

  7. 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

  8. 1954 Map of Hibbing, 1966 Print
    1954 Map of Hibbing, 1966 Print
    1954 Hibbing
    1966 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's Iron Range thrives during the mid-1960s, showing the industrial landscape between the Mesabi Range and the Mississippi River. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Great Northern RR through mining hubs like Hibbing and Virginia.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1957 Map of Hibbing
    1957 Map of Hibbing
    1957 Hibbing
    1957 Print · USGS
    Northern Minnesota's Iron Range is shown at its industrial peak in the mid-fifties, dominated by the massive iron pits and rail corridors of the Mesabi Range. Researchers can trace the rail networks of the Duluth Missabe and Iron Range and locate mining hubs like Hibbing, Virginia, and Bovey.

  10. 1958 Map of Hibbing
    1958 Map of Hibbing
    1958 Hibbing
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Mesabi Iron Range reached its mid-century height during this era, defining the landscape between Grand Rapids and Virginia. Genealogists and historians can trace the mining-town networks of Hibbing and Chisholm or locate numerous iron mines and rail spurs.

  11. 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.

End of results
Showing maps 1-11 of 11

Top cities near Grand Lake Township

See more

Top neighborhoods of Grand Lake Township


Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Grand Lake Township?
  • What is the oldest map of Grand Lake Township?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Grand Lake Township for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Grand Lake Township?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Grand Lake Township?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Grand Lake Township?
  • Where are historical maps of Grand Lake Township sourced from?

Explore Grand Lake Township by time and use case