Old Maps of Ross, North Dakota for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 8 historic maps of Ross. 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 Ross.


Ross, ND maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Williston, 1968 Print
    1953 Map of Williston, 1968 Print
    1953 Williston
    1968 Print · USGS
    The North Dakota high plains meet the waters of Sakakawea Lake in this mid-century survey of the northern borderlands. Trace the rail-and-ranch economy through sites like Anderson Sky Ranch, Sevenmile Corner, and the strip mines near Columbus.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1957 Map of Williston
    1957 Map of Williston
    1957 Williston
    1957 Print · USGS
    Northwestern North Dakota is shown here during the mid-fifties, dominated by the sweeping plains and the Missouri River valley. Genealogists and local historians can trace the paths of the Great Northern railroad through Williston, Tioga, and Ray, or locate early industry like the coal strip mines near Lignite.

  3. 1981 Map of Ross
    1981 Map of Ross
    1981 Ross
    1981 Print · USGS
    The prairie landscape of Mountrail County comes into focus in the early 1980s, centered on the railroad hub of Ross. Genealogists and local researchers can locate specific burial grounds like Manitou Cem and Moslem Cem or trace the Burlington Northern rail line.

  4. 2011 Map of Ross, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Ross, 2011 Print
    2011 Ross
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Ross, including Mountrail County, United States, and other nearby areas

  5. 2014 Map of Ross, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Ross, 2014 Print
    2014 Ross
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Ross, including Mountrail County, United States, and other nearby areas

  6. 2017 Map of Ross, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Ross, 2017 Print
    2017 Ross
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Ross, including Mountrail County, United States, and other nearby areas

  7. 2020 Map of Ross, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Ross, 2020 Print
    2020 Ross
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Ross, including Mountrail County, United States, and other nearby areas

  8. 2024 Map of Ross, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Ross, 2024 Print
    2024 Ross
    2024 Print · USGS
    Ross and the surrounding prairie potholes are captured in this recent survey of North Dakota's homesteading heartland. Genealogists and local historians can locate specific burial sites like Moslem Cem, Rosehill Cem, and Manitou Cem while tracing the rural road grid.

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