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1980s Maps of Belknap County, New Hampshire

Explore 21 historic maps of Belknap County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — 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 Belknap County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Belknap County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.

Belknap County, NH maps

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  1. 1980 Map of Squam Mountains, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Squam Mountains, 1981 Print
    1980 Squam Mountains
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Squam Lake shoreline and high peaks of the Sandwich Range define this central New Hampshire landscape in the early eighties. Genealogists and hikers can trace historical routes like the Sandwich Notch Road, the Old RR Grade, and localized landmarks including the Covered Bridge.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1986 Map of Lake Winnipesaukee
    1986 Map of Lake Winnipesaukee
    1986 Lake Winnipesaukee
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Lakes Region in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of dense water bodies and mountain ranges at the peak of its twentieth-century character. Trace the legacy of old rail lines like the Boston and Maine RR and locate historic centers from Rumney Depot to Melvin Village.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1986 Map of Concord
    1986 Map of Concord
    1986 Concord
    1986 Print · USGS
    Central New Hampshire in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of river-valley cities and rural villages connected by the growing interstate system. Genealogists and historians can trace old community centers like Gilmanton Ironworks or follow the Boston and Maine Railroad through Concord and Tilton.
  10. 1987 Map of Winnisquam Lake
    1987 Map of Winnisquam Lake
    1987 Winnisquam Lake
    1987 Print · USGS
    The Lakes Region of New Hampshire appears here in the late twentieth century, showing a landscape of interconnected basins and protected woodlands. Genealogists and local researchers can trace family landmarks near Meredith Center, Gaza, and the Bay Meetinghouse.
  13. 1987 Map of Holderness
    1987 Map of Holderness
    1987 Holderness
    1987 Print · USGS
    The Lakes Region at the close of the twentieth century shows a landscape of interconnected waters and rising hills. Genealogists and local historians can trace family landmarks like Dolloff Hill, rural Cem sites, and the extent of Sky Pond State Forest.
  16. 1987 Map of Alton
    1987 Map of Alton
    1987 Alton
    1987 Print · USGS
    The southeastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee comes alive in the late eighties, showing the transition from lakeside recreation to permanent residential growth. Genealogists can trace family lines through Stockbridge Corners and New Durham Corner, while local historians can locate the Fish Hatchery and Alton Bay State Forest.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1987 Map of Bristol
    1987 Map of Bristol
    1987 Bristol
    1987 Print · USGS
    Central New Hampshire in the late eighties reveals a landscape of river valleys and timbered peaks across Grafton and Belknap counties. Genealogists and hikers can trace family-named landmarks like Huses Mountain or explore Sugar Hill State Forest and New Hampton.
  22. 1987 Map of West Alton
    1987 Map of West Alton
    1987 West Alton
    1987 Print · USGS
    Lake Winnipesaukee's southern reaches were well-defined by the late twentieth century, showing a mix of established summer camps and mountain preserves. Researchers can trace land ownership and community layout around West Alton, Sandy Island Camp, and the historic Mt Washington Boat Route.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1987 Map of Pittsfield
    1987 Map of Pittsfield
    1987 Pittsfield
    1987 Print · USGS
    Merrimack County comes into focus in the late 1980s as the Suncook River flows through the industrial hub of Pittsfield. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Old Railroad Grade or locate family landmarks like Websters Mill and Sanborn Hill.
  28. 1987 Map of Franklin
    1987 Map of Franklin
    1987 Franklin
    1987 Print · USGS
    Merrimack County at the end of the 1980s shows a landscape defined by its famous river forks and the legacy of its early statesmen. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites from Webster Place to the Daniel Webster Birthplace, while mapping the development around Webster Lake and Franklin.
  31. 1987 Map of Belmont
    1987 Map of Belmont
    1987 Belmont
    1987 Print · USGS
    Belknap County at the close of the eighties shows a landscape of deep forests and quiet mill towns. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Aliens Mills, Jones Mills, and the heights of Loudon Ridge.
  34. 1987 Map of Laconia
    1987 Map of Laconia
    1987 Laconia
    1987 Print · USGS
    Belknap County's lakefront communities and recreation centers are captured here during the late eighties. Researchers can trace the development of the Laconia waterfront, find landmarks like the Drive-In Theater, or explore the slopes of Gunstock Mtn.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1987 Map of Center Harbor
    1987 Map of Center Harbor
    1987 Center Harbor
    1987 Print · USGS
    The northern waters of Lake Winnipesaukee meet the heights of Red Hill in the late eighties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the lakeside docks of Center Harbor, the cemetery at Sunset Hill, and the scattered islands from Bear Island to Jolly Island.
  40. 1987 Map of Melvin Village
    1987 Map of Melvin Village
    1987 Melvin Village
    1987 Print · USGS
    Lake Winnipesaukee's northern shores are captured in the late eighties, showing a landscape defined by historic landings and the transition into the Ossipee Mountains. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Melvin Village, Center Tuftonboro, and the working waterfront at Union Wharf.
  43. 1987 Map of Northfield
    1987 Map of Northfield
    1987 Northfield
    1987 Print · USGS
    The twin towns of Tilton and Northfield straddle the river in the late 1980s, showing a landscape shaped by water and industry. Researchers can trace historic property lines near Ayers State Forest or locate early settlements like Sanbornton and Lochmere.
  46. 1987 Map of Ashland
    1987 Map of Ashland
    1987 Ashland
    1987 Print · USGS
    Grafton and Belknap counties come together along the Pemigewasset River in the late 1980s, showcasing a landscape of high peaks and winding brooks. Researchers can trace the boundaries of the Scribner-Fellows State Forest or locate early landmarks like Dick Brown Pond and Hicks Hill.
  49. 1987 Map of Loudon
    1987 Map of Loudon
    1987 Loudon
    1987 Print · USGS
    Merrimack County in the late 1980s reveals a landscape of enduring village centers and river-fed forests. Researchers can trace the heritage of Shaker Village, locate the waters of Carding Mill Pond, and explore the hills around Loudon Center.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1987 Map of Gilmanton Ironworks
    1987 Map of Gilmanton Ironworks
    1987 Gilmanton Ironworks
    1987 Print · USGS
    Belknap County, New Hampshire, is captured in the late twentieth century as its lakeside communities and mountain forests thrived. Genealogists and local historians can trace the areas around Gilmanton Ironworks, the shores of Crystal Lake, and family-named landmarks like Halls Hill.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1987 Map of Parker Mountain
    1987 Map of Parker Mountain
    1987 Parker Mountain
    1987 Print · USGS
    The rural hills of Strafford and Barnstead are captured here in the late twentieth century, showing a landscape defined by traditional family-named crossroads. Researchers can locate historic burial sites at several mapped cemeteries or trace the geography of old homesteads near Lockes Corner, Shackford Corners, and the shores of Bow Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1987 Map of Wolfeboro
    1987 Map of Wolfeboro
    1987 Wolfeboro
    1987 Print · USGS
    The Lakes Region of New Hampshire thrives in the late eighties, centered on the bustling resort community of Wolfeboro. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named landmarks like Cates Hill and Hayes Hill, or explore the shorelines of Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Wentworth.
  61. 1988 Map of Concord
    1988 Map of Concord
    1988 Concord
    1988 Print · USGS
    Central New Hampshire in the late eighties centers on the industrial and political hub of Concord. Researchers can trace the Boston and Maine RR along the Merrimack River or locate recreation landmarks like Bear Brook State Park and Massabesic Lake.
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