Old Maps of Boulder, Montana for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 17 historic maps of Boulder. 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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Boulder, MT maps

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  1. 1889 Map of Helena
    1889 Map of Helena
    1889 Helena
    1889 Print · USGS
    The Montana territory is caught in a moment of feverish railroad and mining expansion just before the close of the century. Genealogists and historians can trace early mountain routes and rail stations through settlements like Marysville, Wickes, and the bustling territorial hub of Helena.

  2. 1893 Map of Helena
    1893 Map of Helena
    1893 Helena
    1893 Print · USGS
    Montana's gold and silver boom is captured here in the late nineteenth century, showing the rail lines and mining camps radiating from the territorial capital. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layout of Helena or locate vanished sites like Blackfoot City and Gloster.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1899 Map of Boulder
    1899 Map of Boulder
    1899 Boulder
    1899 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County was at the peak of its mining and railroad boom when this survey was conducted. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Boulder and Wickes, as well as numerous hard-rock sites like the Hidden Treasure Mine and Amazon Mill.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1899 Map of Helena, 1956 Print
    1899 Map of Helena, 1956 Print
    1899 Helena
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Montana gold country and the Continental Divide appear here at the close of the nineteenth century. Genealogists and historians can trace the mining and rail networks connecting Helena and Butte, including Pikes Peak Mill, Marysville, and Ft. Harrison.

  5. 1903 Map of Helena
    1903 Map of Helena
    1903 Helena
    1903 Print · USGS
    Montana's mining heartland comes alive at the dawn of the new century, from the state capital to the copper-rich summits above the Silver Bow. Trace the early rail lines serving Marysville, locate the historic barracks of Ft. Harrison, and follow the mountain trails through Mullan Pass.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 1947 Map of Butte, 1949 Print
    1947 Map of Butte, 1949 Print
    1947 Butte
    1949 Print · USGS
    Western Montana at the peak of its rail-and-river era shows the vital connections between the mining and industrial centers of Butte and Helena. Researchers can trace the three major railroad lines serving mountain settlements like Garrison, Philipsburg, and Warm Springs.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1954 Map of Boulder, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Boulder, 1956 Print
    1954 Boulder
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Boulder valley in the mid-fifties shows a landscape of mountain ranching and railway life. Genealogists and researchers can trace family holdings at the Keogh Ranch and Mc Cauley Ranch, or locate historic sites like the May Day Mine and Boulder Cem.
    4 unique versions available

  8. 1958 Map of Butte
    1958 Map of Butte
    1958 Butte
    1958 Print · USGS
    Western Montana's mining and rail corridors are captured in the late fifties, from the urban bustle of the Copper King cities to high mountain passes. Researchers can trace the path of the Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific through Deer Lodge and locate remote outposts like Potomac Post Office.
    5 unique versions available

  9. 1960 Map of Butte
    1960 Map of Butte
    1960 Butte
    1960 Print · USGS
    Western Montana at the dawn of the sixties is defined by its industrial mining hubs and the railroads that connect them. Genealogists and historians can trace the routes of the Milwaukee Road through Butte or locate smaller settlements like Southern Cross and Bearmouth.

  10. 1962 Map of Butte
    1962 Map of Butte
    1962 Butte
    1962 Print · USGS
    Western Montana in the early sixties remains a landscape of industrial muscle and high-mountain passes. Trace the rail lines of the Northern Pacific through Deer Lodge and the mining history around Anaconda and Philipsburg.

  11. 1985 Map of Boulder West, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Boulder West, 1986 Print
    1985 Boulder West
    1986 Print · USGS
    The mountain terrain of Jefferson County comes into focus in the mid-1980s as it transitions from the Boulder valley into the forest. Researchers can trace the courses of the Boulder River and Little Boulder River or locate several Prospect sites and the high Doe Ridge.

  12. 1985 Map of Boulder East, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Boulder East, 1986 Print
    1985 Boulder East
    1986 Print · USGS
    Boulder and its surrounding valley are captured in the mid-1980s as a community shaped by the river and the forest. Researchers can trace the town cemetery Cem, the landmark Boulder Hot Springs, and local mountain peaks like Bull Mountain.

  13. 1994 Map of Butte North
    1994 Map of Butte North
    1994 Butte North
    1994 Print · USGS
    Western Montana in the nineties was a landscape defined by ranching legacy and high-altitude mining. Genealogists and historians can trace institutional history at the Deer Lodge Prison Farm or locate old claims like the Saratoga Mine and Morning Glory Mine.

  14. 1996 Map of Boulder West, 1998 Print
    1996 Map of Boulder West, 1998 Print
    1996 Boulder West
    1998 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County mining and forest lands are captured here in the mid-1990s, centered on the rugged terrain west of Boulder. Local historians can trace early mineral claims at the May Day Mine or Springtime Mine and locate the Elder Creek Picnic Area.

  15. 1996 Map of Boulder East, 1998 Print
    1996 Map of Boulder East, 1998 Print
    1996 Boulder East
    1998 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County's mountain-and-valley landscape is documented here in the mid-1990s, showcasing the development around Boulder and the surrounding forest. Genealogists and historians can locate the Cemetery, the Boulder River School & Hospital, and remote sites like Murphy Ranch.

  16. 2024 Map of Boulder West, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Boulder West, 2024 Print
    2024 Boulder West
    2024 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County’s high country comes into focus in this recent survey of the mountains near Boulder. Local researchers can trace old mountain routes like Silver Bell Rd and explore the rugged drainage of Little Boulder River and Whitetail Deer Creek.

  17. 2024 Map of Boulder East, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Boulder East, 2024 Print
    2024 Boulder East
    2024 Print · USGS
    The town of Boulder and the surrounding Boulder Valley are captured here as they appear today, framed by the Elkhorn Mountains. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Boulder Cem and Boulder Airport or explore named routes like Chinese Diggings Rd.

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