Old Maps of Adel, Oregon for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 12 historic maps of Adel. 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 Adel.


Adel, OR maps

(12)
  1. 1955 Map of Adel, 1971 Print
    1955 Map of Adel, 1971 Print
    1955 Adel
    1971 Print · USGS
    Southeast Oregon in the mid-fifties remains a landscape of vast alkaline basins and high mountain scarps, anchored by remote outposts. Researchers can trace historic ranching routes through Catlow Valley and locate landmarks like Beatys Butte or the small settlement of Blitzen.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1957 Map of Adel
    1957 Map of Adel
    1957 Adel
    1957 Print · USGS
    Southeast Oregon in the mid-fifties reveals a high-desert landscape of sprawling ranches and vast wildlife refuges before modern development. Genealogists and researchers can trace the remote outposts of the region, from the Red Point School to historic headquarters like the Guano Ranch and Frenchglen.

  3. 1958 Map of Adel
    1958 Map of Adel
    1958 Adel
    1958 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Oregon in the mid-fifties is captured here, showing a vast territory of high desert basins and isolated ranching outposts. Genealogists and researchers can trace the locations of the Red Point School, Frenchglen, and remote sites like Guano Ranch.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1962 Map of Adel, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Adel, 1963 Print
    1962 Adel
    1963 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Oregon in the early sixties reveals a landscape of massive basins, remote ranches, and expansive wildlife refuges. Researchers can locate vanished rural infrastructure like the Trout Creek School or trace early routes through Adel and Frenchglen.

  5. 1968 Map of Adel, 1972 Print
    1968 Map of Adel, 1972 Print
    1968 Adel
    1972 Print · USGS
    Warner Valley ranching and high desert terrain are captured here in the late sixties, where the rimrock plateaus tower over the basin floor. Genealogists and researchers can locate family landmarks like Rogers Ranch, Crump Ranch, and the Adel Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1994 Map of Adel
    1994 Map of Adel
    1994 Adel
    1994 Print · USGS
    Lake County and Harney County are captured here in the mid-1990s, revealing a landscape defined by high desert refuges and alkaline basins. Researchers can trace remote landmarks like Mustang Jail, the Langdell Monument, and the isolated outposts of Adel and Plush.

  7. 2011 Map of Adel, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Adel, 2011 Print
    2011 Adel
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Adel, including Lake County, United States, and other nearby areas

  8. 2014 Map of Adel, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Adel, 2014 Print
    2014 Adel
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Adel, including Lake County, United States, and other nearby areas

  9. 2017 Map of Adel, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Adel, 2017 Print
    2017 Adel
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Adel, including Lake County, United States, and other nearby areas

  10. 2020 Map of Adel, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Adel, 2020 Print
    2020 Adel
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Adel, including Lake County, United States, and other nearby areas

  11. 2023 Map of Adel, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Adel, 2023 Print
    2023 Adel
    2023 Print · USGS
    Covers Adel, including Lake County, United States, and other nearby areas

  12. 2024 Map of Adel, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Adel, 2024 Print
    2024 Adel
    2024 Print · USGS
    Warner Valley ranching and high-desert hydrology are the focus of this recent survey near the California border. Genealogists and local historians can trace the essential water network of the Adel area, including Crump Geyser, Crump Ditch, and Pelican Lake.

End of results
Showing maps 1-12 of 12

Frequently asked questions

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