Old Maps of Tryon, North Carolina for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Tryon with 21 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Tryon has changed over the decades.


Tryon, NC maps

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  1. 1907 Map of Saluda
    1907 Map of Saluda
    1907 Saluda
    1907 Print · USGS
    North Carolina's mountain frontier meets the South Carolina foothills in this 1900s survey of the Blue Ridge. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early rail network through Saluda and locate old landmarks like Rockcliff PO and Pleasant Grove Church.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1955 Map of Knoxville
    1955 Map of Knoxville
    1955 Knoxville
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians and the Smoky Mountains are shown here at a peak of mid-century development and conservation. Genealogists and historians can trace the early road networks connecting Gatlinburg, Waynesville, and the Cherokee Indian Reservation across the high ridges.

  3. 1957 Map of Knoxville, 1966 Print
    1957 Map of Knoxville, 1966 Print
    1957 Knoxville
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians of Tennessee and North Carolina are mapped here during the mid-twentieth century as new highways reached the high country. Genealogists and historians can trace the topography between Knoxville and Asheville, locating family landmarks near Fontana Lake or along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1959 Map of Tigerville, 1963 Print
    1959 Map of Tigerville, 1963 Print
    1959 Tigerville
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Carolina borderlands come into focus in the late fifties as the Blue Ridge foothills balance mountain industry and rural education. Researchers can trace the Southern railroad line through Tuxedo or locate local landmarks like North Greenville Junior College and Berrys Millpond.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1960 Map of Knoxville
    1960 Map of Knoxville
    1960 Knoxville
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians come alive in the 1950s, showing the intersection of new national park tourism and deep-rooted mountain industry. Trace old rail lines like the Clinchfield RR and find high-altitude landmarks from Mt Le Conte to the Cherokee Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1961 Map of Inman, 1964 Print
    1961 Map of Inman, 1964 Print
    1961 Inman
    1964 Print · USGS
    Upper Spartanburg County and Polk County thrive in the early sixties as the textile industry and new reservoirs reshape the landscape. Genealogists can locate family names at Morgan Chapel Cem and Polk Memorial Gardens, or trace early industrial hubs like Inman Mills.

  7. 1964 Map of Knoxville
    1964 Map of Knoxville
    1964 Knoxville
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Southern Appalachians and Great Smokies are captured here during the mid-sixties, showing the rugged borderlands of Tennessee and North Carolina. Researchers can trace historic mountain routes like U S 441, the expanse of Pisgah National Forest, and the growing footprints of Asheville and Knoxville.

  8. 1968 Map of Landrum, 1992 Print
    1968 Map of Landrum, 1992 Print
    1968 Landrum
    1992 Print · USGS
    As the mid-century era transitioned into the late 1980s, the border between the Carolinas remained a vital corridor for the SOUTHERN railroad. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Burnt Chimney Corner, Peniel, and numerous landmarks like Morgan Chapel or the Pacolet Hills Ch.

  9. 1983 Map of Saluda
    1983 Map of Saluda
    1983 Saluda
    1983 Print · USGS
    Crossing the Blue Ridge escarpment in the 1980s, this area shows the historic rail and mountain corridor between North and South Carolina. Genealogists can trace local landmarks like Friendship Ch, Mountain Hill Ch, and the high peak of Glassy Mountain.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1983 Map of Landrum
    1983 Map of Landrum
    1983 Landrum
    1983 Print · USGS
    The foothills of the Carolinas come alive in this early 1980s survey of the borderlands between North and South Carolina. Trace the rail-and-road corridor through Landrum and Tryon, or locate family landmarks like Fellowship Ch, Oak Grove Ch, and Burnt Chimney Corner.

  11. 1986 Map of Hendersonville
    1986 Map of Hendersonville
    1986 Hendersonville
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge foothills of North and South Carolina are documented here in the mid-eighties as modern highways began to reshape mountain travel. Local historians can trace the paths of the Southern Railway through Hendersonville or locate landmarks like Looking Glass Rock and Inman Mills.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 2011 Map of Saluda, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Saluda, 2011 Print
    2011 Saluda
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Tryon, including Melrose, Valhalla, and other nearby areas

  13. 2011 Map of Landrum, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Landrum, 2011 Print
    2011 Landrum
    2011 Print · USGS
    The Carolina foothills come into focus at the start of the 2010s, where the Pacolet River valleys meet the rise of Bird Mountain. Researchers can trace the layout of Landrum and find local landmarks like Burnt Chimney Corner, Guthrie Bridge, and Good Shepherd Cemetery.

  14. 2013 Map of Saluda, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Saluda, 2013 Print
    2013 Saluda
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Carolinas border country comes into focus in this recent survey of the Blue Ridge Escarpment. Researchers can trace the descent of the N Pacolet River past Pearsons Falls, explore the town of Saluda, and locate aviation history at Emery Airport.

  15. 2014 Map of Landrum, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Landrum, 2014 Print
    2014 Landrum
    2014 Print · USGS
    Crossing the Carolina state line in the mid-2010s, this area centers on the crossroads of Landrum and the nearby slopes of Bird Mtn. Researchers can find established cemeteries like Oak Grove Cem, historic crossings at Earle Bridge, and local landmarks like Burnt Chimney Corner.

  16. 2016 Map of Saluda, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Saluda, 2016 Print
    2016 Saluda
    2016 Print · USGS
    The Carolina borderlands around Saluda and Tryon are shown here in 2016, where steep ridge lines meet a complex network of mountain roads and rivers. Researchers can trace family history through sites like Rock Springs Cem or locate old rail landmarks along the Norfolk Southern line.

  17. 2017 Map of Landrum, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Landrum, 2017 Print
    2017 Landrum
    2017 Print · USGS
    The South Carolina and North Carolina borderlands come alive in this recent survey of the Foothills region. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots at Good Shepherd Cem, explore the shores of Lake Lanier, or locate the historic Earle Bridge.

  18. 2019 Map of Saluda, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Saluda, 2019 Print
    2019 Saluda
    2019 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge Escarpment comes into sharp focus here in the 2010s, where the historic rail grade and mountain passes connect North and South Carolina. Researchers can find numerous family and church burial sites, including Fork Creek Baptist Cem and Saluda City Cem, alongside natural landmarks like Pearsons Falls.

  19. 2020 Map of Landrum, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Landrum, 2020 Print
    2020 Landrum
    2020 Print · USGS
    The foothills of the Carolinas come alive in this recent survey of the border region between Landrum and Tryon. Genealogists can trace family sites at the Good Shepherd Cem or Oak Grove Baptist Church Graveyard while following the path of the North Pacolet River.

  20. 2022 Map of Saluda, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Saluda, 2022 Print
    2022 Saluda
    2022 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge escarpment comes alive in this contemporary survey of the North Carolina and South Carolina borderlands. Local historians can trace family plots at Saluda City Cem or Rock Springs Baptist Church Graveyard and locate landmarks like Mine Mtn and the Pacolet River.

  21. 2024 Map of Landrum, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Landrum, 2024 Print
    2024 Landrum
    2024 Print · USGS
    The Carolina borderlands come into focus in this contemporary study of the rolling foothills near the Blue Ridge. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through numerous sites like Polk Memorial Gardens, Burnt Chimney Corner, and Morgan Chapel Graveyard.

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