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1940s Maps of Potter County, Pennsylvania

Explore 33 historic maps of Potter County from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Potter County's landscape evolved across the 1940s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Potter County's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.

Potter County, PA maps

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  1. 1943 Map of Hyner
    1943 Map of Hyner
    1943 Hyner
    1943 Print · USGS
    In the central Pennsylvania highlands during the mid-1940s, the river and rail lines dictated the life of the valley. Researchers can trace the industrial corridor from Renovo Boro to remote outposts like Slate Run and Young Womanstown.
  4. 1945 Map of Driftwood, 1953 Print
    1945 Map of Driftwood, 1953 Print
    1945 Driftwood
    1953 Print · USGS
    Cameron County communities thrive along the river bends and rail lines at the end of World War II. Researchers can trace the dual rail paths of the Pennsylvania and Baltimore and Ohio railroads through Driftwood and locate the First Fork Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1945 Map of First Fork, 1954 Print
    1945 Map of First Fork, 1954 Print
    1945 First Fork
    1954 Print · USGS
    The deep valleys of Cameron and Potter counties appear here in the mid-1940s, centered on the First Fork Sinnemahoning Creek corridor. Local researchers can locate the First Fork School, Gilmore Cem, and early ridge-top routes like Square Timber Road.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1946 Map of Young Womans Creek
    1946 Map of Young Womans Creek
    1946 Young Womans Creek
    1946 Print · USGS
    Clinton County and the surrounding high ridges were deeply forested and sparsely settled in the late 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace old timber and utility routes like the Underground Pipe Line, Greenlick Road, and the curiously named Bobsled Trail.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1946 Map of Renovo East, 1953 Print
    1946 Map of Renovo East, 1953 Print
    1946 Renovo East
    1953 Print · USGS
    The industrial corridor of the West Branch Susquehanna River is seen here in the mid-1940s, showing the critical rail infrastructure of the Pennsylvania railroad. Genealogists can trace family sites in Gleasonton or Farwell and locate the St Josephs Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1946 Map of Renovo West, 1953 Print
    1946 Map of Renovo West, 1953 Print
    1946 Renovo West
    1953 Print · USGS
    Clinton County's river valleys and ridgelines come alive in this mid-century survey of the Pennsylvania wilds. Trace the industrial footprint of the Pennsylvania RR through Renovo or find family history at Laurel Hill Cem and Summerson Cem.
    9 unique versions available
  19. 1946 Map of Hammersley Fork, 1954 Print
    1946 Map of Hammersley Fork, 1954 Print
    1946 Hammersley Fork
    1954 Print · USGS
    The deep valleys of north-central Pennsylvania appear just after the war as small creek-side settlements remain the primary nodes of local life. Genealogists can trace family names at Summerson Cem and McCoy Cem or locate the old Central Sch near Hammersley Fork.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1946 Map of Tamarack, 1955 Print
    1946 Map of Tamarack, 1955 Print
    1946 Tamarack
    1955 Print · USGS
    Clinton and Potter Counties appear in the mid-forties as a landscape of deep valleys and vital watershed headwaters. Genealogists and historians can trace the remote highlands surrounding Tamarack, locating local landmarks like Browns Mill and the Tamarack Lookout Tower.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1946 Map of Slate Run, 1958 Print
    1946 Map of Slate Run, 1958 Print
    1946 Slate Run
    1958 Print · USGS
    The wilderness of Lycoming and Clinton counties comes into focus in the mid-1940s, highlighting the riverside rail economy and high-plateau landmarks. Genealogists and researchers can trace the New York Central railroad, the Slate Run settlement, and the Pump Station Fire Tower.
    4 unique versions available
  28. 1947 Map of First Fork
    1947 Map of First Fork
    1947 First Fork
    1947 Print · USGS
    North-central Pennsylvania's mountain valleys are captured here in the mid-1940s, as small settlements and logging-era roads traced the winding First Fork Sinnemahoning Creek. Genealogists can locate the First Fork Sch and family burial sites like Smith Cem and Gilmore Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1947 Map of Conrad, 1952 Print
    1947 Map of Conrad, 1952 Print
    1947 Conrad
    1952 Print · USGS
    Potter County’s timbered ridges and deep hollows are captured here just after the war, showing a rural landscape before modern development. Researchers can locate family cemeteries like Angell Cem and Reed Cem, or trace the old Jersey Shore Turnpike.
    4 unique versions available
  34. 1947 Map of Galeton, 1953 Print
    1947 Map of Galeton, 1953 Print
    1947 Galeton
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Pennsylvania Wilds around Galeton are captured here just after the war, showing a deeply timbered landscape of mountain ridges and narrow hollows. Genealogists can locate family cemeteries like Phoenix Cem and the legendary ruins of Ole Bull Castle.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1947 Map of Lee Fire Tower, 1954 Print
    1947 Map of Lee Fire Tower, 1954 Print
    1947 Lee Fire Tower
    1954 Print · USGS
    Tioga, Potter, and Lycoming counties meet in this 1940s survey of the Pennsylvania Wilds. Researchers can trace historic industrial and forestry landmarks including the Lee Fire Tower, the Clay Mine Trail, and a remote Gas Well along the Cushman Br.
    5 unique versions available
  40. 1947 Map of Conrad, 1956 Print
    1947 Map of Conrad, 1956 Print
    1947 Conrad
    1956 Print · USGS
    Potter County’s deep valleys and timberlands are captured here in the mid-1940s as industry and nature intersected. Genealogists and hikers can trace old homesteads near Conrad, find the McFall Cem, and follow the historic Hammersley Trail.
    5 unique versions available
  43. 1947 Map of Short Run, 1956 Print
    1947 Map of Short Run, 1956 Print
    1947 Short Run
    1956 Print · USGS
    Potter County’s timbered ridges and deep hollows are documented here just after the war, showing the remote township corners and mountain trails. Trace family-named landmarks like Knickerbocker Hol and Yochum Run or find the early paths at Short Run.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1947 Map of Ayers Hill, 1957 Print
    1947 Map of Ayers Hill, 1957 Print
    1947 Ayers Hill
    1957 Print · USGS
    Potter County’s high ridges and deep hollows are captured here just after the war, showing a landscape defined by old family settlements and emerging recreation. Genealogists and hikers can trace early routes like the Coudersport Jersey Shore Turnpike or locate family sites like Anson Cem and the United Brethren Ch.
    3 unique versions available
  49. 1947 Map of Oleona, 1958 Print
    1947 Map of Oleona, 1958 Print
    1947 Oleona
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Potter County wilderness near the turn of the mid-century reveals the legacy of a famed Norwegian colony. Trace the sites of Ole Bull Castle (Ruins) and Oleona, or follow old paths like the Yochum Trail and Klondike Trail.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1947 Map of Cherry Springs, 1958 Print
    1947 Map of Cherry Springs, 1958 Print
    1947 Cherry Springs
    1958 Print · USGS
    Potter County's forested ridges and deep hollows are captured here just after the war, showing a landscape defined by timber, transit, and conservation. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Coudersport Pike to Corbett or locate landmarks like Lyman Run Camp and the Cherry Springs Fire Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1947 Map of Galeton, 1958 Print
    1947 Map of Galeton, 1958 Print
    1947 Galeton
    1958 Print · USGS
    Potter County's deep hollows and ridge-top settlements are captured here in the late 1940s, showing a landscape defined by timber and rail. Trace the Baltimore and Ohio RR through Galeton or find family landmarks like Byam Cem and Germania.
    6 unique versions available
  58. 1947 Map of Marshlands, 1962 Print
    1947 Map of Marshlands, 1962 Print
    1947 Marshlands
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Pine Creek Valley was a vital transport corridor for the Baltimore and Ohio railroad in the late 1940s. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks and rural burial sites like Nolton Cem, Maynard Sch, and the riverside village of Watrous.
    5 unique versions available
  61. 1948 Map of Hammersley Fork
    1948 Map of Hammersley Fork
    1948 Hammersley Fork
    1948 Print · USGS
    Clinton and Potter counties appear here in the late 1940s, highlighting the rural communities nestled along the winding waters of Kettle Creek. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as Summerson Cem, McCoy Cem, and the Central Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1948 Map of Tamarack
    1948 Map of Tamarack
    1948 Tamarack
    1948 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of Clinton County are captured here just after the war, showing a landscape defined by deep creek valleys and forest fire lookouts. Researchers can locate the Tamarack Lookout Tower, the Cem near Cross Fork, and the distinct boggy terrain of Tamarack Swamp.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1948 Map of Slate Run
    1948 Map of Slate Run
    1948 Slate Run
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Pine Creek Valley near the Lycoming and Clinton county line is shown here just after the war, when the New York Central railroad still served the riverside. Genealogists and hikers can trace the remote hollows and high points like the Pump Station Fire Tower and the Gorge near Slate Run.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1948 Map of Emporium, 1952 Print
    1948 Map of Emporium, 1952 Print
    1948 Emporium
    1952 Print · USGS
    The northern Pennsylvania highlands come into focus in the late 1940s, showing a network of mountain settlements and headwater streams. You can trace family roots at Wharton Cem and St Marks Cem or locate old schoolhouse sites like Reesville Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  73. 1948 Map of Keating Summit, 1958 Print
    1948 Map of Keating Summit, 1958 Print
    1948 Keating Summit
    1958 Print · USGS
    The high plateau of the McKean and Potter County border comes to life in this post-war survey, centered on the railroad pass at Keating Summit. Genealogists and local historians can trace the remote valley settlements of Liberty and Odin or locate family landmarks in Slabtown Hollow.
    3 unique versions available
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