Old Maps of Eckelson Township, North Dakota for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 16 historic maps of Eckelson Township. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Eckelson Township.


Eckelson Township, ND maps

(16)
  1. 1897 Map of Eckelson
    1897 Map of Eckelson
    1897 Eckelson
    1897 Print · USGS
    Eastern North Dakota in the late nineteenth century was a land defined by the iron rail and a network of glacial lakes. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and rail stops near Valley City, Sanborn, and the isolated post office at Svea.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1953 Map of Jamestown
    1953 Map of Jamestown
    1953 Jamestown
    1953 Print · USGS
    Southeastern North Dakota was a thriving rail and agricultural corridor in the early fifties, anchored by the James River. Researchers can trace the footprints of institutional landmarks like the North Dakota State Hospital and historic sites such as Whitestone Hill Battlefield Park.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1956 Map of Jamestown
    1956 Map of Jamestown
    1956 Jamestown
    1956 Print · USGS
    The James River valley and the vast alkali lake country of south-central North Dakota are captured here in the mid-fifties. Genealogists can trace family farms across several counties, locating small rail stops like Medberry and monuments like Whitestone Hill Battlefield Park.

  4. 1970 Map of Eckelson, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Eckelson, 1973 Print
    1970 Eckelson
    1973 Print · USGS
    North Dakota's prairie pothole region is captured here in the early seventies, centered on the railroad town of Eckelson. Researchers can trace the legacy of the land through water features like Eckelson Lake and the industrial footprint of the Burlington Northern line.

  5. 1970 Map of Spiritwood, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Spiritwood, 1973 Print
    1970 Spiritwood
    1973 Print · USGS
    The North Dakota prairie at the start of the 1970s shows a landscape defined by the Burlington Northern railroad and large glacial lakes. Genealogists and local historians can trace the small sidings of Spiritwood and Urbana or locate family lands near Goose Lake.

  6. 1986 Map of Jamestown
    1986 Map of Jamestown
    1986 Jamestown
    1986 Print · USGS
    The eastern North Dakota prairie comes into focus in the mid-eighties, centered on the rail and river hubs of Jamestown and Valley City. You can trace the Burlington Northern line through historic stops like Eckelson, Sanborn, and Spiritwood while exploring vast wildlife refuges and local landmarks.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 2011 Map of Eckelson, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Eckelson, 2011 Print
    2011 Eckelson
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Eckelson, Anderson Township, and other nearby areas

  8. 2011 Map of Spiritwood, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Spiritwood, 2011 Print
    2011 Spiritwood
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Spiritwood, Urbana, and other nearby areas

  9. 2014 Map of Spiritwood, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Spiritwood, 2014 Print
    2014 Spiritwood
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Spiritwood, Urbana, and other nearby areas

  10. 2014 Map of Eckelson, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Eckelson, 2014 Print
    2014 Eckelson
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Eckelson, Anderson Township, and other nearby areas

  11. 2017 Map of Eckelson, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Eckelson, 2017 Print
    2017 Eckelson
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Eckelson, Anderson Township, and other nearby areas

  12. 2018 Map of Spiritwood, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Spiritwood, 2018 Print
    2018 Spiritwood
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Spiritwood, Urbana, and other nearby areas

  13. 2020 Map of Eckelson, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Eckelson, 2020 Print
    2020 Eckelson
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Eckelson, Anderson Township, and other nearby areas

  14. 2020 Map of Spiritwood, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Spiritwood, 2020 Print
    2020 Spiritwood
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Eckelson Township, including Spiritwood, Urbana, and other nearby areas

  15. 2024 Map of Spiritwood, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Spiritwood, 2024 Print
    2024 Spiritwood
    2024 Print · USGS
    Spiritwood and the surrounding prairie wetlands appear in this contemporary 2024 survey at the Stutsman Co Barnes Co border. Researchers can trace the layout of Spiritwood and explore the protected habitats of Island Lake and Goose Lake.

  16. 2024 Map of Eckelson, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Eckelson, 2024 Print
    2024 Eckelson
    2024 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape of Barnes County is captured here in the early 2020s, centered on the community of Eckelson. Researchers can trace the protected wetlands of the Barnes County Waterfowl Production Area and shoreline of Eckelson Lake.

End of results
Showing maps 1-16 of 16

Top cities near Eckelson Township

See more

Top neighborhoods of Eckelson Township


Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Eckelson Township?
  • What is the oldest map of Eckelson Township?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Eckelson Township for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Eckelson Township?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Eckelson Township?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Eckelson Township?
  • Where are historical maps of Eckelson Township sourced from?

Explore Eckelson Township by time and use case