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1900s (20th Century) Maps of Essex County, New York

Explore 110 historic maps of Essex County from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — 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 Essex County's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1900s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
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Start exploring Essex County's history through authentic maps from the 1900s. This is your window into the past.

Essex County, NY maps

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  1. 1901 Map of Newcomb
    1901 Map of Newcomb
    1901 Newcomb
    1901 Print · USGS
    The Adirondack high country near the turn of the century is defined by the headwaters of the Hudson River and the small outposts of the New York interior. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprint of the Northwoods Club, the settlement at Newcomb, and the remote station at Aiden Lair.
    9 unique versions available
  4. 1901 Map of Elizabethtown
    1901 Map of Elizabethtown
    1901 Elizabethtown
    1901 Print · USGS
    Essex County's high peaks and mining districts are captured here at the turn of the century, when the valley roads and mountain notches were the primary arteries of travel. Genealogists and historians can trace old community life in Elizabethtown, the industrial roots of Mineville, and the remote logging and mill sites at Euba Mills.
    9 unique versions available
  7. 1902 Map of Mt. Marcy
    1902 Map of Mt. Marcy
    1902 Mt. Marcy
    1902 Print · USGS
    The High Peaks of the Adirondacks are meticulously charted in the early 1900s, showing the early infrastructure for mountain tourism. Trace historical routes to Mt. Marcy from Adirondack Lodge or locate the old valley settlements of Keene Valley and Beede.
    10 unique versions available
  10. 1902 Map of Ticonderoga
    1902 Map of Ticonderoga
    1902 Ticonderoga
    1902 Print · USGS
    The Champlain Valley at the start of the twentieth century is captured here in the borderlands of New York and Vermont. Researchers can trace the military grounds of Fort Ticonderoga, identify operations at the Iron Mine, and locate rural stations like Burdick Crossing.
    11 unique versions available
  13. 1902 Map of Saranac, 1953 Print
    1902 Map of Saranac, 1953 Print
    1902 Saranac
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Adirondack High Peaks region comes alive in this survey from the early 1900s, showcasing the expansion of rail and water-based commerce. Researchers can trace the development of Saranac Lake, locate early industrial sites like Ames Mills, and follow the path of the Adirondack Division railroad.
  16. 1903 Map of Ausable
    1903 Map of Ausable
    1903 Ausable
    1903 Print · USGS
    The Adirondack foothills come to life at the turn of the century as industrial hamlets and mountain outposts follow the river forks. Researchers can trace the D. and H. C. Co. R. R. through Ausable Forks and find family-named landmarks like Towers Forge and the Willey House.
    7 unique versions available
  19. 1903 Map of Blue Mountain
    1903 Map of Blue Mountain
    1903 Blue Mountain
    1903 Print · USGS
    The Adirondack wilderness in the early 1900s centered on the waterways of Hamilton County. Trace the early tourism routes including the Steamboat Route through Blue Mountain Lake and historical stops like Forest House.
    11 unique versions available
  22. 1904 Map of Saranac
    1904 Map of Saranac
    1904 Saranac
    1904 Print · USGS
    Saranac Lake and the northern Adirondacks are captured here during the height of the early railroad era. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Adirondack Division and Chateaugay Branch through settlements like Bloomingdale, Gabriels, and Onchiota.
    10 unique versions available
  25. 1904 Map of Santanoni
    1904 Map of Santanoni
    1904 Santanoni
    1904 Print · USGS
    The Adirondack High Peaks are shown in the early twentieth century, an era of private sporting clubs and heavy iron mining. Trace early trails and remote outposts like Mac Intyre Ironworks, Camp Santanoni, and the Tahawus Club.
    10 unique versions available
  28. 1904 Map of Long Lake
    1904 Map of Long Lake
    1904 Long Lake
    1904 Print · USGS
    The Adirondack wilderness of the early 1900s is shown here as a landscape of logging camps and lakeside retreats. Trace the Steamboat Route on Long Lake to Island House, or locate old rail junctions near Faust and Coreys P.O.
    10 unique versions available
  31. 1906 Map of Plattsburg
    1906 Map of Plattsburg
    1906 Plattsburg
    1906 Print · USGS
    Lake Champlain's northern waters are captured here in the early 1900s, showing the vital maritime and rail corridors of Clinton County and the islands of Vermont. Genealogists and historians can trace the Plattsburg Barracks, find old stops like Grand Isle Sta., and locate lighthouses such as Valcour L.H..
    6 unique versions available
  34. 1927 Map of Orwell
    1927 Map of Orwell
    1927 Orwell
    1927 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Addison County reveals a landscape shaped by the Rutland Railroad and the Lake Champlain shoreline. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites from Larrabees Point to Orwell and locate rural landmarks like Hough Crossing School.
  37. 1939 Map of Plattsburg
    1939 Map of Plattsburg
    1939 Plattsburg
    1939 Print · USGS
    Lake Champlain was a vital corridor for rail and military activity just before the second World War. Genealogists and historians can trace the Plattsburg Barracks, the Rutland Railroad on Grand Isle, and landmarks like Hotel Champlain.
  40. 1941 Map of Plattsburg
    1941 Map of Plattsburg
    1941 Plattsburg
    1941 Print · USGS
    Lake Champlain was a critical corridor of military and transport activity in the years leading into the war. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Plattsburg Barracks, the winding Rutland rail line, and the geological site at Ausable Chasm.
  43. 1941 Map of Willsboro
    1941 Map of Willsboro
    1941 Willsboro
    1941 Print · USGS
    Lake Champlain's shores in New York and Vermont are captured here just before the war, showing a landscape defined by lakefront landings and busy railroads. Trace the routes of the Delaware and Hudson and find local landmarks like Craterclub, Whallonsburg, and St Josephs Ch.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1943 Map of Willsboro
    1943 Map of Willsboro
    1943 Willsboro
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Lake Champlain shoreline in the early 1940s reveals a landscape of mountain-backed villages and vital cross-lake rail connections. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like St Josephs Ch, Lakeview Cem, and the path of the Delaware and Hudson railroad.
    3 unique versions available
  49. 1943 Map of Plattsburg
    1943 Map of Plattsburg
    1943 Plattsburg
    1943 Print · USGS
    Lake Champlain was a bustling corridor of rail and water traffic in the early 1940s, connecting the Adirondack foothills to the Vermont islands. Genealogists and researchers can trace the old schoolhouses of Beekmantown, the Rutland railroad stops, and historic sites like Hotel Champlain.
    4 unique versions available
  52. 1945 Map of Port Henry, 1958 Print
    1945 Map of Port Henry, 1958 Print
    1945 Port Henry
    1958 Print · USGS
    Mid-century life along the Vermont and New York border is centered on the waters of Lake Champlain and its historic defenses. Researchers can trace the ruins of Fort Crown Point or locate family roots at Gage Cemetery and Smith School.
    5 unique versions available
  55. 1947 Map of Port Henry
    1947 Map of Port Henry
    1947 Port Henry
    1947 Print · USGS
    Lake Champlain sits at the heart of this late 1940s survey of the New York and Vermont borderlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like the Fort St Frederic Ruins, the Rutland RR corridor, and a high density of country schools including Crane Sch and Smith Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1948 Map of Ogdensburg, 1973 Print
    1948 Map of Ogdensburg, 1973 Print
    1948 Ogdensburg
    1973 Print · USGS
    The international border along the St Lawrence River comes to life in the late 1940s, showing the vital rail and water connections between New York and Ontario. Researchers can trace the grounds of St Lawrence University, the massive Camp Drum military reservation, and the historic Rideau River and Canal.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1949 Map of Orwell
    1949 Map of Orwell
    1949 Orwell
    1949 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Vermont agricultural life is captured here along the Lake Champlain shore and the vital Rutland Railroad line. Genealogists can trace local landmarks like Hough Crossing, the Larrabees Point Sta, and the Mountain View Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  64. 1949 Map of Bridport, 1965 Print
    1949 Map of Bridport, 1965 Print
    1949 Bridport
    1965 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Addison County comes alive in this survey of the pastoral Champlain Valley landscape. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks and rural infrastructure, including School No 6, St Genevieve Cem, and the historic crossroads at Cream Hill.
    4 unique versions available
  67. 1950 Map of Bridport
    1950 Map of Bridport
    1950 Bridport
    1950 Print · USGS
    The rural landscapes of Bridport and Shoreham come alive in the 1950s, showing a world of hilltop farms and winding valley streams. Genealogists can locate family names at Pine Hill Cem or Lakeview Cem, and trace the grounds of All Saints Chapel and School No 6.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1950 Map of Glens Falls
    1950 Map of Glens Falls
    1950 Glens Falls
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Adirondacks and the Green Mountains meet in this mid-century survey of the New York and Vermont borderlands. Researchers can trace the industrial rail corridors of the Rutland RR and Delaware & Hudson RR connecting Glens Falls, Rutland, and the shores of Lake George.
  73. 1950 Map of Lake Champlain
    1950 Map of Lake Champlain
    1950 Lake Champlain
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Lake Champlain valley and its surrounding peaks are captured in detail during the late 1940s, showing the vital rail and road connections between New York and Vermont. Researchers can trace the routes of the Central Vermont Railway or locate old industrial centers like Mineville and Witherbee.
    2 unique versions available
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