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Old Maps of Cape Carteret, North Carolina for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 14 historic maps of Cape Carteret. 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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Cape Carteret, NC maps

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  1. 1942 Map of Swansboro
    1942 Map of Swansboro
    1942 Swansboro
    1942 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina coast during the early 1940s reveals a world of intricate waterways and family-named landings before mid-century development. Genealogists and historians can trace old sites like Snead Ferry, Willis Landing, and the inland hub of Whitehouse Forks.
  4. 1948 Map of Swansboro
    1948 Map of Swansboro
    1948 Swansboro
    1948 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina's maritime character is preserved here in the late 1940s, centered on the historic waterfront at Swansboro. Researchers can trace the legacy of tidal commerce through numerous family-named sites like Willis Landing and Great Neck Landing.
  7. 1952 Map of Swansboro, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Swansboro, 1954 Print
    1952 Swansboro
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina at the midpoint of the century reveals a landscape defined by its waterways and a growing military footprint. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Swansboro, locate the Bogue Sch, or study the layout of Bogue Airfield and the Coast Guard Station.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1953 Map of Beaufort, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Beaufort, 1965 Print
    1953 Beaufort
    1965 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina coastline in the mid-fifties reveals an era of massive military expansion alongside traditional maritime life. Genealogists can trace family names and small settlements from Sealevel to Sneads Ferry or locate landmarks like Fort Macon.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1954 Map of Beaufort
    1954 Map of Beaufort
    1954 Beaufort
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of strategic military installations, sprawling wetlands, and thriving rail towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Wilmington, the rural reaches of Duplin County, and shoreline landmarks like Cape Lookout and Carolina Beach.
  16. 1972 Map of Beaufort, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Beaufort, 1975 Print
    1972 Beaufort
    1975 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina coast in the early seventies shows a landscape defined by massive military bases and coastal sounds. Trace rural family roots at Sarecta and Catherine Lake or explore the barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore.
  19. 1986 Map of New River
    1986 Map of New River
    1986 New River
    1986 Print · USGS
    Coastal Onslow County in the mid-eighties shows a landscape shaped by military expansion and the preserved wetlands of the Carolina coast. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Jacksonville and small outlying communities like Richlands and Swansboro.
  22. 1991 Map of New River
    1991 Map of New River
    1991 New River
    1991 Print · USGS
    Coastal Onslow and Pender counties appear here in the early 1990s as the military and maritime economies matured. Researchers can trace the expansive Camp Lejeune grounds and find rural landings like Fulcher Landing and Sanders Landing.
  25. 1994 Map of Swansboro, 1997 Print
    1994 Map of Swansboro, 1997 Print
    1994 Swansboro
    1997 Print · USGS
    The Onslow and Carteret County coasts met in the mid-nineties amidst a landscape of protected wilderness and growing soundside communities. Researchers can trace the layout of Swansboro, the Bogue Airfield, and the dunes of Bear Island.
  28. 2011 Map of Swansboro, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Swansboro, 2011 Print
    2011 Swansboro
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Cape Carteret, including Emerald Isle, Swansboro, and other nearby areas
  31. 2013 Map of Swansboro, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Swansboro, 2013 Print
    2013 Swansboro
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Cape Carteret, including Emerald Isle, Swansboro, and other nearby areas
  34. 2016 Map of Swansboro, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Swansboro, 2016 Print
    2016 Swansboro
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Cape Carteret, including Emerald Isle, Swansboro, and other nearby areas
  37. 2019 Map of Swansboro, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Swansboro, 2019 Print
    2019 Swansboro
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Cape Carteret, including Emerald Isle, Swansboro, and other nearby areas
  40. 2022 Map of Swansboro, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Swansboro, 2022 Print
    2022 Swansboro
    2022 Print · USGS
    The Onslow and Carteret County coastline comes into sharp focus in the early 2020s, where the White Oak River meets the sound. Trace the development of Cape Carteret and Emerald Isle alongside the massive Croatan National Forest.
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