1970s Maps of Franklin County, New York

Explore 17 historic maps of Franklin County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Franklin County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Franklin County, NY maps

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  1. 1970 Map of Augerhole Falls, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Augerhole Falls, 1972 Print
    1970 Augerhole Falls
    1972 Print · USGS
    Adirondack wilderness in the 1970s is documented here as the river system cuts through Franklin and St. Lawrence counties. Outdoorsmen and historians can trace old routes to Augerhole Camp, Wolf Pond, and the falls along the West Branch St Regis River.

  2. 1977 Map of Chateaugay Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Chateaugay Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Chateaugay Port of Entry
    1978 Print · USGS
    The international border between New York and Quebec is shown here in the mid-1970s, revealing a landscape of remote farms and woodlots. Researchers can trace the Canada United States line between Earlville and Herdman, and locate the Chateaugay Port of Entry U S Customs and nearby Cem.

  3. 1977 Map of Fort Covington Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Fort Covington Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Fort Covington Port of Entry
    1978 Print · USGS
    The northern New York borderlands near the St. Lawrence River appear in sharp detail during the late 1970s. Researchers can trace the rural landscape around Fort Covington, identifying family-named routes like Mc Donald Rd and the Salmon River Sch.

  4. 1977 Map of Trout River Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Trout River Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Trout River Port of Entry
    1978 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of New York and Quebec come into sharp focus in the late seventies, showing the international crossing at the Trout River Port of Entry U S Customs. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named locations such as Whites, Carrs, and Kelso along the winding Trout River.

  5. 1977 Map of Massena Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Massena Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Massena Port of Entry
    1978 Print · USGS
    The international border along the St Lawrence River is captured in the late seventies, showing the vital links between New York and Canada. Genealogists can trace family lands near Hogansburg or locate landmarks like the Drive-In Theater and Graveyard Point.

  6. 1977 Map of East of Fort Covington Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of East of Fort Covington Port of Entry, 1978 Print
    1977 East of Fort Covington Port of Entry
    1978 Print · USGS
    The international border at the northern edge of New York is shown here in the late 1970s, where farmland spans two nations. Researchers can trace historic homesteads and crossings near Fort Covington, Westville, and the Canadian National rail line.

  7. 1977 Map of Jamiesons Line Station, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Jamiesons Line Station, 1978 Print
    1977 Jamiesons Line Station
    1978 Print · USGS
    The international border near Franklin, New York, is captured in the late seventies as a quiet landscape of cross-border hamlets and farms. Researchers can locate remote family landmarks like Cooks Mill, Sandy Knoll Cem, and the Jamieson Line Station U S Customs.

  8. 1978 Map of Bloomingdale
    1978 Map of Bloomingdale
    1978 Bloomingdale
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Adirondack High Peaks region during the late 1970s shows a landscape of mountain hamlets and sprawling lakes. Local researchers can trace family names and institutions from Paul Smiths College to quiet burial grounds like Mountain View Cemetery and St Johns Cem.

  9. 1978 Map of Saranac Lake
    1978 Map of Saranac Lake
    1978 Saranac Lake
    1978 Print · USGS
    Saranac Lake and its surrounding mountain wilderness are captured in the late seventies as a hub of health, education, and recreation. Researchers can trace local history at St Bernards Cem, the settlement of Trudeau, and the Correctional Institution at Ray Brook.

  10. 1978 Map of Ampersand Lake, 1979 Print
    1978 Map of Ampersand Lake, 1979 Print
    1978 Ampersand Lake
    1979 Print · USGS
    The High Peaks wilderness in the late seventies is captured here at the junction of Franklin and Essex Counties. Outdoor historians and researchers can trace the Northville Placid Trail to landmarks like Wanika Falls Shelter, Duck Hole, and the peaks of Seward Mountain.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1978 Map of Wilmington, 1979 Print
    1978 Map of Wilmington, 1979 Print
    1978 Wilmington
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Adirondacks near Wilmington in the 1970s reveal a landscape defined by high peaks and mountain industries. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Memorial Highway up Whiteface Mountain or locate old sites like Middle Kilns and Haselton Cem.

  12. 1979 Map of Kempshall Mtn
    1979 Map of Kempshall Mtn
    1979 Kempshall Mtn
    1979 Print · USGS
    The central Adirondack wilderness comes alive in the late seventies, focused on the deep waters of Long Lake. Trace the primitive Northville Placid Trail past remote landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Shattuck Clearing.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1979 Map of Saranac Lake
    1979 Map of Saranac Lake
    1979 Saranac Lake
    1979 Print · USGS
    Saranac Lake and the surrounding Adirondack wilderness appear here in the late seventies as the region prepared for international athletics. Researchers can trace the Adirondack rail line or locate landmarks like Pine Ridge Cem and the Olympic Village.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1979 Map of Tupper Lake
    1979 Map of Tupper Lake
    1979 Tupper Lake
    1979 Print · USGS
    The village of Tupper Lake and the central Adirondacks are captured here in the late seventies as the region balanced local industry with wilderness preservation. Genealogists can trace family sites at Holy Name Cem or locate the former Quinn Sch and the remote outpost at Axton Landing.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1979 Map of Saint Regis Mtn
    1979 Map of Saint Regis Mtn
    1979 Saint Regis Mtn
    1979 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's high peaks and interconnected lakes are captured here in the late seventies as the region balanced wilderness and settlement. Researchers can trace historic locations like Keese Mill, the lakeside community of Paul Smiths, and the rugged trails leading to Saint Regis Mtn.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1979 Map of Santanoni Peak
    1979 Map of Santanoni Peak
    1979 Santanoni Peak
    1979 Print · USGS
    The High Peaks wilderness meets industrial history in the late seventies near the Santanoni Mountains. Researchers can locate the Old MacIntyre Furnace, trace the Northville Placid Trail, and see the footprint of the Tahawus mining operations.

  17. 1979 Map of Upper Saranac Lake
    1979 Map of Upper Saranac Lake
    1979 Upper Saranac Lake
    1979 Print · USGS
    The northern Adirondacks in the late seventies show a landscape of dense timber and interconnected waterways. Researchers can locate family landmarks at Saranac Inn, trace the Old Railroad Grade, and find the Adirondack Fish Hatchery.

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