Old Maps of Velarde, New Mexico for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 6 historic maps of Velarde. 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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Velarde, NM maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Velarde, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Velarde, 1955 Print
    1953 Velarde
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Rio Grande valley in the early fifties shows a landscape of traditional irrigation and canyon settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace the Low Ditch system through Velarde, find the Embudo Presbyterian Hospital, and locate family plots in the Dixon Cemeteries.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1954 Map of Raton, 1963 Print
    1954 Map of Raton, 1963 Print
    1954 Raton
    1963 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico's high-country and plains are documented here in the early sixties, showing the region's ranching and mining infrastructure. Trace the legacy of the Maxwell Land Grant, locate remote rural sites like Tafoya School, and follow the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway through the heart of Raton.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Raton
    1958 Map of Raton
    1958 Raton
    1958 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico and the Colorado borderlands are mapped here in the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of high peaks and historic land grants. Genealogists and historians can trace families across Picuris Pueblo, find old schoolhouses like Piedra Lumbre School, or follow the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe rail line.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1983 Map of Taos
    1983 Map of Taos
    1983 Taos
    1983 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico's high-country heritage is on full display in the early eighties, from the deep river canyons to the highest alpine peaks. Genealogists and historians can trace traditional land-grant settlements like Las Trampas, Truchas, and the historic Taos Pueblo.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1995 Map of Velarde, 1998 Print
    1995 Map of Velarde, 1998 Print
    1995 Velarde
    1998 Print · USGS
    The Rio Grande valley in the mid-nineties shows a landscape defined by historic land grants and riverside settlements. Researchers can trace the Old Railroad Grade, locate the Embudo Presbyterian Hospital, and find family sites at the Dixon Cemeteries.

  6. 2023 Map of Velarde, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Velarde, 2023 Print
    2023 Velarde
    2023 Print · USGS
    The Rio Grande valley in Northern New Mexico is captured here in its modern state, showing a landscape deeply tied to its water and spiritual roots. Genealogists can locate numerous community burial sites including Father Kupper Cem and the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Cem.

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