Old Maps of Florence, Oregon for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 34 historic maps of Florence. 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.
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Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Florence.


Florence, OR maps

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  1. 1920 Map of Siltcoos Lake
    1920 Map of Siltcoos Lake
    1920 Siltcoos Lake
    1920 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast at the end of the Great War reveals a landscape of river inlets and timber-driven rail lines. You can trace the Southern Pacific tracks past rural schoolhouses like Idlewild School and old stops at Cushman P.O. or Acme.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1920 Map of Heceta Head
    1920 Map of Heceta Head
    1920 Heceta Head
    1920 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast at the end of the First World War shows a rugged landscape of isolated schoolhouses and coastal outposts. Genealogists and historians can locate early landmarks like the Coast Guard Station, Mercer School, and the historic trail at The Portage.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1941 Map of Siltcoos Lake, 1958 Print
    1941 Map of Siltcoos Lake, 1958 Print
    1941 Siltcoos Lake
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast at the onset of World War II was a landscape of timber, dunes, and vital freshwater lakes. Researchers can trace the early path of the Oregon Coast Highway past Idlewilde Sch and through settlements like Westlake and Cushman.

  4. 1942 Map of Heceta Head
    1942 Map of Heceta Head
    1942 Heceta Head
    1942 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast in the early 1940s reveals a landscape of isolated forest farms and vital maritime outposts. Researchers can locate long-standing rural landmarks like Big Creek Sch, the Coast Guard Station, and Clover Ridge Farm.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1942 Map of Siltcoos Lake
    1942 Map of Siltcoos Lake
    1942 Siltcoos Lake
    1942 Print · USGS
    Coastal Lane County at the start of the 1940s reveals a landscape of massive freshwater lakes and timber-rich national forest. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail stops at Cushman and Ada Sta or locate family landmarks near Siltcoos Lake and the Siuslaw River.

  6. 1953 Map of Salem
    1953 Map of Salem
    1953 Salem
    1953 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Oregon comes to life through this detailed survey of the Willamette Valley and the adjacent Pacific coastline. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR, visit rural hubs like Fairview School, or locate coastal landmarks like the Yaquina Head Lighthouse.

  7. 1954 Map of Salem
    1954 Map of Salem
    1954 Salem
    1954 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Western Oregon is centered on the productive Willamette River valley as its cities and infrastructure expand toward the mountains. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR and Oregon Electric Ry through towns like Dallas, Independence, and Brownsville.

  8. 1954 Map of Coos Bay
    1954 Map of Coos Bay
    1954 Coos Bay
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal Oregon at mid-century shows a landscape of timber and tides, from the river ports to the edge of the Pacific. Researchers can trace family roots through coastal schools like Beachview School or follow the Southern Pacific RR through Reedsport and Coos Bay.

  9. 1956 Map of Heceta Head, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Heceta Head, 1958 Print
    1956 Heceta Head
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Lane County coast during the mid-fifties shows a rugged intersection of timberlands and Pacific shoreline. Researchers can trace the development of the Oregon Coast Highway past the Heceta Head Lighthouse, the Sea Lion Caves, and the small settlement at Heceta Junction.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 1956 Map of Siltcoos Lake, 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Siltcoos Lake, 1958 Print
    1956 Siltcoos Lake
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of massive dunes and rail-dependent timber towns. Researchers can trace the Southern Pacific line past Siltcoos and Westlake, or locate rural landmarks like Drew Cem and Ada Sta.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 1958 Map of Coos Bay, 1974 Print
    1958 Map of Coos Bay, 1974 Print
    1958 Coos Bay
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Southern Oregon coastline at mid-century reveals a bustling maritime and timber economy centered on Coos Bay and North Bend. Researchers can trace the legacy of coastal settlements from Bandon to Brookings, including rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR and the rugged reaches of the Siuslaw National Forest.

  12. 1960 Map of Salem, 1968 Print
    1960 Map of Salem, 1968 Print
    1960 Salem
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Willamette Valley and the surrounding mountain ranges are shown here in the 1960s during a period of significant reservoir construction. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Oregon Electric and find communities from Lincoln City on the coast to Sweet Home and Mill City in the foothills.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1962 Map of Salem
    1962 Map of Salem
    1962 Salem
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Willamette Valley and the surrounding Oregon ranges are captured here in the early sixties, showing the vital growth of the state's primary agricultural and academic corridor. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Oregon State University and the University of Oregon, alongside rural landmarks like Camp Adair and Black Butte Mine.

  14. 1962 Map of Coos Bay
    1962 Map of Coos Bay
    1962 Coos Bay
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast at the end of the fifties reveals a landscape of timber ports and fishing villages connected by U.S. Highway 101. Researchers can trace the rail infrastructure of the Southern Pacific RR and locate early settlements from Florence down to Brookings.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1963 Map of Salem
    1963 Map of Salem
    1963 Salem
    1963 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Oregon comes into focus as the Willamette Valley’s timber and agricultural industries meet the growing campuses of Oregon State University and the University of Oregon. Researchers can trace old rail lines like the Oregon Electric Railway and locate family plots at Siletz Cem or Dallas Cem.

  16. 1980 Map of Waldport
    1980 Map of Waldport
    1980 Waldport
    1980 Print · USGS
    Coastal Oregon at the start of the 1980s reveals a landscape of rugged headlands and timbered ridges between Waldport and the Siuslaw River. Researchers can trace old beach communities and landmarks like the US Coast Guard Res Lighthouse at Heceta Head and Cape Perpetua.
    2 unique versions available

  17. 1980 Map of Reedsport, 1987 Print
    1980 Map of Reedsport, 1987 Print
    1980 Reedsport
    1987 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast at the dawn of the 1980s reveals a landscape defined by timber, tourism, and the shifting sands of the Oregon Dunes. Local historians can trace the rail-and-river economy through Reedsport, the historic timber town of Gardiner, and the lakeside community of Lakeside.

  18. 1984 Map of Goose Pasture
    1984 Map of Goose Pasture
    1984 Goose Pasture
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Lane County coast in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of shifting dunes and protected wildlife habitats. Researchers can trace the drainage of the Siltcoos River past the Concrete Dam or locate the Waxmyrtle Campground.

  19. 1984 Map of Mercer Lake
    1984 Map of Mercer Lake
    1984 Mercer Lake
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Central Oregon coast in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of shifting dunes and deep evergreen forests between the Pacific and the Siuslaw River. You can trace the development of Florence and Heceta Beach, locate the Haring Cem, or follow the Southern Pacific rail line.

  20. 1984 Map of Florence
    1984 Map of Florence
    1984 Florence
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Oregon coast at the mid-eighties reveals a landscape defined by the winding Siuslaw River and its industrial rail connections. Trace the heritage of river towns like Cushman and Acme, or locate family landmarks near Drew Cem and Siltcoos.
    2 unique versions available

  21. 2011 Map of Florence, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Florence, 2011 Print
    2011 Florence
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Florence, including Dunes City, Glenada, and other nearby areas

  22. 2011 Map of Goose Pasture, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Goose Pasture, 2011 Print
    2011 Goose Pasture
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Florence, including Lane County, United States, and other nearby areas

  23. 2011 Map of Mercer Lake OE W, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Mercer Lake OE W, 2011 Print
    2011 Mercer Lake OE W
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Florence, including Lane County, United States, and other nearby areas

  24. 2014 Map of Mercer Lake OE W, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Mercer Lake OE W, 2014 Print
    2014 Mercer Lake OE W
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Florence, including Lane County, United States, and other nearby areas

  25. 2014 Map of Florence, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Florence, 2014 Print
    2014 Florence
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Florence, including Dunes City, Glenada, and other nearby areas

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