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1970s Maps of Granite County, Montana

Explore 29 historic maps of Granite 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 Granite 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 Granite County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Granite County, MT maps

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  1. 1971 Map of Henderson Mountain, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Henderson Mountain, 1973 Print
    1971 Henderson Mountain
    1973 Print · USGS
    Mining activity in Granite County was still clearly etched into the Deerlodge National Forest in the early seventies. Geologists and local historians can trace the legacy of mineral extraction through the Black Pine Mine, extensive Dredge Tailings, and the Burlington Northern rail corridor.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1971 Map of Georgetown Lake, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Georgetown Lake, 1973 Print
    1971 Georgetown Lake
    1973 Print · USGS
    Georgetown Lake sits at the heart of the Deerlodge National Forest in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape defined by water power and recreation. Trace industrial history along the Old Railroad Grade and Stuart Mill Spring, or locate secluded spots like Echo Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1971 Map of Pikes Peak, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Pikes Peak, 1973 Print
    1971 Pikes Peak
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high country of the Deerlodge National Forest is captured here in the early 1970s during a period of active exploration. You can locate remote sites like the Master Mining Camp and trace old routes to the Thursday Friday Mine and Port Royal Mines.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1971 Map of Maxville, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Maxville, 1973 Print
    1971 Maxville
    1973 Print · USGS
    The mining and timber country of Granite County is captured here in the early 1970s. Trace old operations at Gold Hill Mine and Moonlight Mine or follow the Burlington Northern rail line through Maxville.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1971 Map of West Valley, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of West Valley, 1973 Print
    1971 West Valley
    1973 Print · USGS
    During the early 1970s, the industrial valley near Deer Lodge was defined by the Butte Anaconda and Pacific railroad and active Mines. Trace the rail-side life of West Valley, find Stump Town, or locate the Garrity Cave and Meyers Dam.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1971 Map of Antelope Creek, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Antelope Creek, 1973 Print
    1971 Antelope Creek
    1973 Print · USGS
    The John Long Mountains in the early 1970s reveal a high-country landscape dominated by forest management and small-scale mining. Researchers can trace remote Jeep Trails to several Mines and follow the headwaters of Antelope Creek and Upper Willow Creek.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1971 Map of Potato Lakes, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Potato Lakes, 1973 Print
    1971 Potato Lakes
    1973 Print · USGS
    Granite County in the early seventies was a land of high-elevation water engineering and remote forest peaks. You can trace the complex irrigation network from the Flint Creek Canal to the East Fork Reservoir and locate high-altitude Mines near Wildcat Gulch.
  22. 1971 Map of Philipsburg, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Philipsburg, 1973 Print
    1971 Philipsburg
    1973 Print · USGS
    Philipsburg and the high valley floor are documented here during the early seventies, capturing the town's industrial footprint and forest boundaries. Researchers can locate specific mines, the Burlington Northern rail line, and the local Cemetery.
  25. 1971 Map of Fred Burr Lake, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Fred Burr Lake, 1973 Print
    1971 Fred Burr Lake
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high Flint Creek Range in the early seventies shows a landscape shaped by remote mining and alpine waters. Trace historical mining sites at Granite and Red Lion Mine, or follow primitive routes over Fred Burr Pass to reach Racetrack Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1971 Map of Carpp Ridge, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Carpp Ridge, 1973 Print
    1971 Carpp Ridge
    1973 Print · USGS
    Granite and Deer Lodge Counties are captured here in the early seventies, spanning the high ridgelines of the Pintlar Range and the Continental Divide. Researchers can trace the remote Carpp Mine, follow the Hi Line Trail, and locate high-mountain waters like Blue Grotto Spring.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1971 Map of Black Pine Ridge, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Black Pine Ridge, 1973 Print
    1971 Black Pine Ridge
    1973 Print · USGS
    Granite County’s high timber and mining country is captured here in the early seventies, detailing the steep drainages of the John Mountains. You can trace early forest access routes like Maloney Trail No 5 and locate industrial activity at the Black Pine Lookout Tower or various scattered Mines.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1971 Map of Pozega Lakes, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Pozega Lakes, 1973 Print
    1971 Pozega Lakes
    1973 Print · USGS
    The high Flint Creek Range comes into focus in the early 1970s, showing a landscape of alpine lakes and rugged mining prospects. You can trace early routes like the Racetrack Trail to the Powell Mines or the small settlement at Danielsville.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1971 Map of Stony Creek, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Stony Creek, 1974 Print
    1971 Stony Creek
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Anaconda-Pintlar Wilderness and the high Continental Divide are captured here in the early 1970s. Researchers can trace historic access routes via Pack Trails to remote sites like the Sunshine Mine, Storm Lake, and One Hundred Acre Meadow.
  40. 1971 Map of Silver Lake, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Silver Lake, 1974 Print
    1971 Silver Lake
    1974 Print · USGS
    Deer Lodge County's high-country mining and recreation landscape is captured here in the early 1970s. Researchers can trace old industrial remains like the Gold Coin Mine and an Old Railroad Grade or locate historic sites such as Southern Cross.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1974 Map of Stony Creek, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Stony Creek, 1977 Print
    1974 Stony Creek
    1977 Print · USGS
    High-elevation Montana forests and the Granite County line are documented in the mid-1970s. Trace old backcountry access routes along Stony Creek or locate remote landmarks like Stony Lake and the Windlass Bridge over Rock Creek.
  46. 1974 Map of Skalkaho Pass, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Skalkaho Pass, 1977 Print
    1974 Skalkaho Pass
    1977 Print · USGS
    High in the Sapphire Mountains during the mid-seventies, this survey captures the meeting point of two national forests and two counties. Trace the historic Pack Trail past Signal Rock, Mud Lake, and local Prospects along the continental divide.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1974 Map of Burnt Fork Lake, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Burnt Fork Lake, 1977 Print
    1974 Burnt Fork Lake
    1977 Print · USGS
    High in the Bitterroot Mountains during the mid-seventies, this survey shows the remote convergence of three national forests. Researchers can trace historic Pack Trails leading to Skalkaho Falls, Burnt Lake, and Kneaves Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1974 Map of Mount Emerine, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Mount Emerine, 1977 Print
    1974 Mount Emerine
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Granite County backcountry in the mid-1970s is shown here as a landscape of remote peaks and pack trails. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths to the Congdon Mine or locate the historic Lookout Tower and Emerine Spring near the high summits.
  55. 1974 Map of Whetstone Ridge, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Whetstone Ridge, 1977 Print
    1974 Whetstone Ridge
    1977 Print · USGS
    High in the Bitterroot and Deerlodge national forests during the 1970s, this area was a hub of prospecting and high-altitude pack trails. Trace the locations of historic claims like Montana Prince Mine and Millers Mine near the heights of Whetstone Ridge.
  58. 1974 Map of Kent Peak, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Kent Peak, 1977 Print
    1974 Kent Peak
    1977 Print · USGS
    High in the Sapphire Mountains during the mid-seventies, this survey maps the boundary between Ravalli and Granite counties. Trace old routes past Lost Tooth Cabin and high-altitude water like Kent Lake and Lake Abundance.
  61. 1974 Map of Sawmill Saddle, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Sawmill Saddle, 1977 Print
    1974 Sawmill Saddle
    1977 Print · USGS
    Granite and Ravalli counties were still primarily wilderness in the mid-1970s, defined by the intersection of national forests. You can trace the remote network of pack trails connecting Sawmill Saddle, Bitterroot Flat Campground, and Eagle Point.
  64. 1974 Map of Lick Creek, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Lick Creek, 1977 Print
    1974 Lick Creek
    1977 Print · USGS
    High in the Bitterroot range during the mid-seventies, this area shows the convergence of national forest lands and wilderness. Trace the remote Pack Trails used by foresters and hunters, and locate early landmarks like the East Fork Forest Service Station and Lookout Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1974 Map of Moose Lake, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Moose Lake, 1977 Print
    1974 Moose Lake
    1977 Print · USGS
    Granite County’s high-country mining and wilderness boundaries are captured here during the mid-seventies. Researchers can locate remote operations like the Banner Mine and Prospect Mine or trace trails through the Anaconda Pintlar Wilderness.
  70. 1975 Map of Alder Gulch, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Alder Gulch, 1977 Print
    1975 Alder Gulch
    1977 Print · USGS
    High-country drainages and forest boundaries define this Granite County terrain in the 1970s. Researchers can trace the network of Pack trails and named drainages like Alder Gulch, Sawpit Gulch, and Upper Willow Creek.
  73. 1975 Map of Quigg Peak, 1978 Print
    1975 Map of Quigg Peak, 1978 Print
    1975 Quigg Peak
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Granite County mountains in the mid-seventies were a landscape of remote forestry and river access. Researchers can trace historic access points like the Rock Creek Forest Service Station and the Butte Cabin Trail.
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