Old Maps of Ruidoso, New Mexico for Metal Detecting
Plan your next treasure hunt with 32 historic maps of Ruidoso. 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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Ruidoso, NM maps
(32)- 1955 Map of Roswell, 1974 Print
1955 Roswell1974 Print · USGSSoutheastern New Mexico is shown in transition during the mid-fifties, from the Pecos Valley ranching hubs to the high timber of the Sacramento Mountains. Researchers can trace the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe RR through Roswell and Hagerman or locate the old barracks at Ft Stanton.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Roswell
1958 Roswell1958 Print · USGSThe High Plains and mountain peaks of New Mexico are captured here during the mid-fifties, showing the region before the closure of Walker Air Force Base. Researchers can trace the ranching and rail landscape from Lincoln to the Pecos River valley through Hagerman and Lake Arthur. - 1962 Map of Roswell
1962 Roswell1962 Print · USGSSoutheastern New Mexico in the early sixties shows a landscape defined by high mountain peaks and a growing military presence at Roswell. Genealogists and historians can trace the roads connecting Fort Stanton, Capitan, and the Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation. - 1963 Map of Fort Stanton, 1966 Print
1963 Fort Stanton1966 Print · USGSThe Lincoln County high country is captured here in the early 1960s, showing the intersection of military history and mountain ranching. Trace the grounds of Fort Stanton, the San Ysidro Ch and Cem, and the high reaches of the Lincoln National Forest.2 unique versions available - 1963 Map of Ruidoso Downs, 1967 Print
1963 Ruidoso Downs1967 Print · USGSRuidoso Downs in the early sixties sits at the intersection of forest and reservation lands as the valley begins to develop. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Herrera Lane and find landmarks like the Drive-in Theater or Baston Spring.2 unique versions available - 1963 Map of Ruidoso, 1967 Print
1963 Ruidoso1967 Print · USGSRuidoso and the surrounding mountain canyons are shown here in the early sixties, as recreation and infrastructure expanded in the Lincoln National Forest. Researchers can trace old mountain roads and landmarks like Forest Lawn Cem, the Drive-in Theater, and Jose Second Dam No 1.3 unique versions available - 1963 Map of Angus, 1967 Print
1963 Angus1967 Print · USGSLincoln County mountain life in the early sixties centers on high-altitude ranching and the critical waters of the Rio Bonito. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named sites like Loma Grande Ranch, find the Coal Mine at Little Creek, and locate Eagle Creek Lodge.4 unique versions available - 1984 Map of Ruidoso
1984 Ruidoso1984 Print · USGSThe high country of the Sierra Blanca and the Lincoln National Forest are captured here in the mid-eighties as tourism and traditional land use converged. Local historians can trace the Old Military Reservation Boundary, find historic workings like the Parsons Mine, or locate small communities such as Glencoe and Whitetail. - 2004 Map of Ruidoso Downs, 2006 Print
2004 Ruidoso Downs2006 Print · USGSRuidoso Downs and the Sierra Blanca foothills are captured in the early 2000s, showing the town's development near the tribal boundary. Local researchers can trace family roots at Stetson Cem or locate landmarks like the Ruidoso Downs Race Track. - 2004 Map of Ruidoso, 2006 Print
2004 Ruidoso2006 Print · USGSThe mountain town of Ruidoso and its surrounding canyons are captured here during a period of sustained growth in the early 2000s. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Hollywood and Ruidoso Downs or locate the Forest Lawn Cem and the Inn of the Mountain Gods. - 2004 Map of Fort Stanton, 2006 Print
2004 Fort Stanton2006 Print · USGSLincoln County at the start of the millennium shows a landscape defined by frontier history and high-altitude ranching. Genealogists and historians can locate Fort Stanton and its Cem, the Four K Ranch, and the San Ysidro Ch near Ruidoso. - 2004 Map of Angus, 2006 Print
2004 Angus2006 Print · USGSLincoln County in the early 2000s showcases a landscape where alpine wilderness meets growing mountain communities. Researchers can trace the development of Sun Valley and Alpine Village alongside landmark sites like Villa Madonna and the high peaks of the White Mountain Wilderness. - 2011 Map of Ruidoso, 2011 Print
2011 Ruidoso2011 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Ruidoso Downs, Carrizo, and other nearby areas - 2011 Map of Fort Stanton, 2011 Print
2011 Fort Stanton2011 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Fort Stanton, Camp Sierra Blanca, and other nearby areas - 2011 Map of Ruidoso Downs, 2011 Print
2011 Ruidoso Downs2011 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Ruidoso Downs, Otero County, and other nearby areas - 2011 Map of Angus, 2011 Print
2011 Angus2011 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Alto, Villa Madonna, and other nearby areas - 2013 Map of Ruidoso, 2013 Print
2013 Ruidoso2013 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Ruidoso Downs, Carrizo, and other nearby areas - 2013 Map of Fort Stanton, 2013 Print
2013 Fort Stanton2013 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Fort Stanton, Camp Sierra Blanca, and other nearby areas - 2013 Map of Ruidoso Downs, 2013 Print
2013 Ruidoso Downs2013 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Ruidoso Downs, Otero County, and other nearby areas - 2013 Map of Angus, 2013 Print
2013 Angus2013 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Alto, Villa Madonna, and other nearby areas - 2017 Map of Fort Stanton, 2017 Print
2017 Fort Stanton2017 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Fort Stanton, Camp Sierra Blanca, and other nearby areas - 2017 Map of Ruidoso, 2017 Print
2017 Ruidoso2017 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Ruidoso Downs, Carrizo, and other nearby areas - 2017 Map of Ruidoso Downs, 2017 Print
2017 Ruidoso Downs2017 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Ruidoso Downs, Otero County, and other nearby areas - 2017 Map of Angus, 2017 Print
2017 Angus2017 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Alto, Villa Madonna, and other nearby areas - 2020 Map of Fort Stanton, 2020 Print
2020 Fort Stanton2020 Print · USGSCovers Ruidoso, including Fort Stanton, Camp Sierra Blanca, and other nearby areas
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