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1930s Maps of North Carolina

Explore 169 historic maps of North Carolina from the 1930s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1930s — 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 North Carolina's landscape evolved across the 1930s, 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 1930s, 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 North Carolina's history through authentic maps from the 1930s. This is your window into the past.

North Carolina maps

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  1. 1930 Map of Independence
    1930 Map of Independence
    1930 Independence
    1930 Print · USGS
    Grayson County and the North Carolina borderlands are captured here during the 1930s, showing a landscape of high ridges and deep river bends. Genealogists can trace family names through landmarks like Moyers Store, Bennington Mill, and numerous river crossings like Moore Ferry.
  4. 1931 Map of Stuart
    1931 Map of Stuart
    1931 Stuart
    1931 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge plateau meets the Piedmont in the late 1920s, showing a landscape of mountain farming and river-driven milling. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Meadows of Dan, Stonewall Jackson Sch, and Three Forks Mill.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1931 Map of Galax
    1931 Map of Galax
    1931 Galax
    1931 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge foothills of Virginia and North Carolina come into focus during the early 1930s as the rail-and-river economy develops. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks like Bishop Cem, McKnights Mill, and the early river crossings at Blair Ferry.
  10. 1933 Map of Haw Knob
    1933 Map of Haw Knob
    1933 Haw Knob
    1933 Print · USGS
    The Tennessee-North Carolina borderlands come alive in this early 1930s survey, showing the deep creek valleys and high peaks of the southern mountains. Researchers can find old community hubs like Tallassee Sch, Ballplay Ch, and the remote Hemlock Lookout.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1933 Map of Whiteoak Flats
    1933 Map of Whiteoak Flats
    1933 Whiteoak Flats
    1933 Print · USGS
    The Tennessee and North Carolina borderlands come into focus in the early 1930s, showing the high ridges and creek valleys before modern development. Genealogists and hikers can trace old routes near Pleasant Grove Church, Jeffrey, and the summits of the Unicoi Mountains.
  16. 1933 Map of Independence
    1933 Map of Independence
    1933 Independence
    1933 Print · USGS
    Grayson County in the early thirties is captured here as a landscape of river crossings and mountain settlements. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through numerous landmarks like Boyer Ferry, Grayson Mill, and Cox Chapel.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1933 Map of Bryson
    1933 Map of Bryson
    1933 Bryson
    1933 Print · USGS
    The mountain valleys of Swain County are captured in the early 1930s, showing the early settlement patterns of the Great Smoky Mountains. Genealogists and historians can trace community roots through schoolhouses like Lands Creek Sch and Indian Creek Sch.
  22. 1933 Map of Galax
    1933 Map of Galax
    1933 Galax
    1933 Print · USGS
    Carroll County and the surrounding Blue Ridge highlands are captured in the early 1930s, showing a landscape defined by river ferries and rail spurs. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and community hubs like Pipers Gap PO, Lambsburg, and the Dixon Ferry crossing on the New River.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1933 Map of Bald River Falls
    1933 Map of Bald River Falls
    1933 Bald River Falls
    1933 Print · USGS
    Monroe County, Tennessee, is shown in the mid-1930s as a high-altitude mountain landscape where early forest management and rural education intersect. Researchers can locate the Waucheesi Lookout Tower and old school sites like Blackankle Sch and Waucheesi Sch among the winding creeks.
  28. 1933 Map of Bushnell
    1933 Map of Bushnell
    1933 Bushnell
    1933 Print · USGS
    Swain County high country in the late 1920s is defined by a remote landscape of steep ridges and small mountain schools. Researchers can trace the locations of Mill Creek Sch and School No 2 or identify family landmarks like Loudermilk Ridge and Welch Bald.
  31. 1934 Map of Valle Crucis
    1934 Map of Valle Crucis
    1934 Valle Crucis
    1934 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina high country is captured here during the mid-1930s, showing a network of mountain settlements and river valleys. Researchers can trace family names at Jestes Cemetery or follow the narrow-gauge ET & WNC RR through Jestes Siding.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1934 Map of Murphy
    1934 Map of Murphy
    1934 Murphy
    1934 Print · USGS
    Cherokee County at the height of the mid-thirties TVA era reveals a landscape shaped by river junctions and dual rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural family life through landmarks like Rogers Chapel, Martin Creek Sch, and the industrial activity at the Talc Mine.
  37. 1934 Map of Persimmon Creek
    1934 Map of Persimmon Creek
    1934 Persimmon Creek
    1934 Print · USGS
    Cherokee County, North Carolina, appears here in the mid-1930s as a landscape of mountain ridges and narrow river valleys. Genealogists and historians can locate rural landmarks like Suit Cem, Harris Chapel, and the community of Postell.
  40. 1934 Map of Micaville
    1934 Map of Micaville
    1934 Micaville
    1934 Print · USGS
    The forks of the Toe River and the Clinchfield rail line define the Yancey and Mitchell County border in the mid-1930s. Researchers can trace ancestral locations like Double Island School, Hootowl Mine, and the many cemeteries including Rebels Creek Cem.
  43. 1934 Map of McDaniel Bald
    1934 Map of McDaniel Bald
    1934 McDaniel Bald
    1934 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina and Tennessee borderlands appear here in the mid-1930s, showing a network of high-elevation gaps and remote mountain schools. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Bryson Cem, Ebenezer, and schools including Owl Creek Sch and Davis Creek Sch.
  46. 1934 Map of Spruce Pine
    1934 Map of Spruce Pine
    1934 Spruce Pine
    1934 Print · USGS
    Mitchell County industrial and mountain life are captured in the mid-1930s as the local mining economy thrived. Genealogists and historians can trace families near Spruce Pine, locate the Prison Camp, and identify remote sites like Wolfden Mine and Hunter Chapel.
  49. 1934 Map of Unaka
    1934 Map of Unaka
    1934 Unaka
    1934 Print · USGS
    Cherokee County at the height of the New Deal era reveals a mountain landscape defined by the winding Hiwassee River and remote forest settlements. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as Buckberry Sch, Bethel Cem, and the depression-era CCC Camp No F 11.
  52. 1934 Map of Parts Of Celo And Black Brothers
    1934 Map of Parts Of Celo And Black Brothers
    1934 Parts Of Celo And Black Brothers
    1934 Print · USGS
    Yancey County's high-country settlements and forest boundaries are meticulously detailed in this mid-1930s survey. Researchers can locate community hubs like Harvard Sch and Edges Store or trace the steep terrain of Mt Mitchell.
  55. 1934 Map of White Rocks Mtn
    1934 Map of White Rocks Mtn
    1934 White Rocks Mtn
    1934 Print · USGS
    Roan Mountain and the high ridges of the Tennessee-North Carolina border are captured here in the mid-thirties as the local economy followed the rails. Genealogists can locate family sites near the Isaacs Cem and several community schools including Hampton Creek Sch.
  58. 1934 Map of Bakersville
    1934 Map of Bakersville
    1934 Bakersville
    1934 Print · USGS
    Bakersville and its surrounding Mitchell County peaks are captured in the mid-1930s, showing a landscape of remote mountain gaps and rail-side settlements. Genealogists can trace early homesteads near Loafers Glory, Toecane, and schools like Bad Creek Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1934 Map of Iron Mtn Gap
    1934 Map of Iron Mtn Gap
    1934 Iron Mtn Gap
    1934 Print · USGS
    The Tennessee and North Carolina borderlands in the mid-1930s reveal a landscape of isolated mountain communities and early forest conservation. Genealogists can trace family names at Cochran Store and located remote school sites like Tiger Creek Sch or McKinney Sch.
  64. 1934 Map of Parts Of Old Fort and Montreat
    1934 Map of Parts Of Old Fort and Montreat
    1934 Parts Of Old Fort and Montreat
    1934 Print · USGS
    The Black Mountains reached a turning point in the mid-1930s as state and national parklands began to formalize. You can trace the early Blue Ridge Parkway, find the remote Loftis Cabin, and locate the Green Knob Fire Tower.
  67. 1934 Map of Elk Park
    1934 Map of Elk Park
    1934 Elk Park
    1934 Print · USGS
    High-elevation settlements and mountain rail lines define this Avery County landscape in the mid-1930s. Genealogists can trace family roots at Little Elk Ch or locate historic structures like the Grandfather Orphanage and Elk Park School.
  70. 1934 Map of Linville Falls
    1934 Map of Linville Falls
    1934 Linville Falls
    1934 Print · USGS
    Avery County mountain life in the mid-thirties centered on the North Toe River and its rugged ridges. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Walnut Grove Ch, Brushy Creek Sch, and the Hemphill Mine near the crossing at Heffner Gap.
  73. 1934 Map of Carvers Gap
    1934 Map of Carvers Gap
    1934 Carvers Gap
    1934 Print · USGS
    The high peaks of the Blue Ridge meet the industrial activity of Mitchell and Avery counties in the mid-1930s. Genealogists can trace early mountain life through landmarks like Yellow Mountain Church, Glen Ayre, and mineral operations such as the Jackson Mine.
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