Old Maps of Three Mile, North Carolina for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 15 historic maps of Three Mile. 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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Three Mile, NC maps

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  1. 1905 Map of Morganton, 1941 Print
    1905 Map of Morganton, 1941 Print
    1905 Morganton
    1941 Print · USGS
    The foothills and high peaks of the Blue Ridge come alive in the early twentieth century, centered on the growing towns of Morganton and Lenoir. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail corridor of the Southern Railway and locate vanished landmarks like Arneys Store and Rutherford College.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 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.

  3. 1953 Map of Charlotte, 1968 Print
    1953 Map of Charlotte, 1968 Print
    1953 Charlotte
    1968 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina Piedmont and South Carolina borderlands are shown in detail during a period of significant growth and reservoir development. Trace the rail corridors of the Southern Railway or find family roots in towns like China Grove, Misenheimer, and Lincolnton.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1954 Map of Charlotte
    1954 Map of Charlotte
    1954 Charlotte
    1954 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina Piedmont in the mid-1950s shows a region of rapid growth and industrial expansion centered around Charlotte. Trace the era's infrastructure through the Southern railroad lines and locate significant landmarks like the Charlotte Naval Ammunition Depot and Lake Norman.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1956 Map of Linville Falls, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Linville Falls, 1958 Print
    1956 Linville Falls
    1958 Print · USGS
    The High Country of western North Carolina in the mid-fifties is captured here during the development of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Genealogists and hikers can locate Wise Cem, Walnut Grove Ch, and the subterranean depths of Linville Caverns.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 1956 Map of Linville Falls, 1962 Print
    1956 Map of Linville Falls, 1962 Print
    1956 Linville Falls
    1962 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina high country is captured here during the mid-fifties, centered on the steep descent of the Linville River. Genealogists and hikers can trace old mountain communities and landmarks like the South Mtn Institute, Linville Caverns, and Wise Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1960 Map of Charlotte
    1960 Map of Charlotte
    1960 Charlotte
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mid-century North Carolina and South Carolina meet in this 1960 survey of the Piedmont's industrial and textile heartland. Trace the growth of Charlotte alongside historic landmarks like Kings Mountain National Military Park and the Charlotte Naval Ammunition Depot.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1962 Map of Charlotte
    1962 Map of Charlotte
    1962 Charlotte
    1962 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina Piedmont in the early sixties showcases a landscape transformed by massive reservoirs and industrial growth. Researchers can trace the development of Lake Norman, locate the Charlotte Naval Ammunition Depot, or find family landmarks like Wesley Chapel and Brown & Norcott Mills.

  9. 1986 Map of Hickory
    1986 Map of Hickory
    1986 Hickory
    1986 Print · USGS
    Western North Carolina's foothills are seen here in the mid-eighties as textile and furniture towns flourished along the river. Trace the development of Hickory and Lenoir or locate local landmarks like Burke Chapel, Saw Mills, and Rhodhiss Lake.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 1994 Map of Linville Falls, 1996 Print
    1994 Map of Linville Falls, 1996 Print
    1994 Linville Falls
    1996 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge high country of western North Carolina is documented here in the mid-nineties, centered on the dramatic descent of the Linville River. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Wise Cem and Pisgah Ch near the historic Linville Caverns.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 2011 Map of Linville Falls, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Linville Falls, 2011 Print
    2011 Linville Falls
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Three Mile, including Spruce Pine, Altamont, and other nearby areas

  12. 2013 Map of Linville Falls, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Linville Falls, 2013 Print
    2013 Linville Falls
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Three Mile, including Spruce Pine, Altamont, and other nearby areas

  13. 2016 Map of Linville Falls, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Linville Falls, 2016 Print
    2016 Linville Falls
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Three Mile, including Spruce Pine, Altamont, and other nearby areas

  14. 2019 Map of Linville Falls, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Linville Falls, 2019 Print
    2019 Linville Falls
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Three Mile, including Spruce Pine, Altamont, and other nearby areas

  15. 2022 Map of Linville Falls, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Linville Falls, 2022 Print
    2022 Linville Falls
    2022 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge highlands come into focus in this contemporary survey, centering on the descent of the Linville River and the small settlements of Altamont and Linville Falls. Researchers can trace family plots like Wise Cem or follow the path of the Blue Ridge Pkwy past Wisemans View.

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