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Old Maps of Port Royal, South Carolina for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 35 historic maps of Port Royal. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Port Royal, SC maps

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  1. 1920 Map of Okatie
    1920 Map of Okatie
    1920 Okatie
    1920 Print · USGS
    The South Carolina Lowcountry is captured here in the years following the Great War, showing a landscape defined by tidal rivers and strategic rail lines. Trace family roots and historical sites through Honey Hill Civil War Entrenchment, Grahamville, and Cherry Point Landing.
  4. 1942 Map of Okatie
    1942 Map of Okatie
    1942 Okatie
    1942 Print · USGS
    Coastal South Carolina at the height of the Second World War shows a landscape of tidal marshes and strategic river landings. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations through named sites like Grahamville, Old House, and the Civil War Entrenchment north of Ridgeland.
  7. 1944 Map of Fort Fremont
    1944 Map of Fort Fremont
    1944 Fort Fremont
    1944 Print · USGS
    Coastal South Carolina during the Second World War shows a strategic shoreline defined by naval history and sea island life. Researchers can trace the layout of the Marine Barracks, locate family-named points like Sams Pt, or find the rail terminus at Port Royal.
  10. 1947 Map of Savannah
    1947 Map of Savannah
    1947 Savannah
    1947 Print · USGS
    Coastal Georgia and South Carolina are captured here in the mid-forties, showing the rail-and-river networks of the Lowcountry. Genealogists and researchers can trace old crossroads and river towns from Statesboro to Beaufort, alongside military sites like Camp Stewart and Parris Island.
  13. 1948 Map of Savannah
    1948 Map of Savannah
    1948 Savannah
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Georgia and South Carolina Lowcountry comes alive in this post-war survey of the coast and its river-fed hinterlands. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Central of Georgia RR and find established settlements such as Isle of Hope and Sylvania.
  16. 1956 Map of Parris Island, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Parris Island, 1957 Print
    1956 Parris Island
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Lowcountry landscape of the mid-fifties is captured here, centering on the military operations of Parris Island and the neighboring islands. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of the Marine Recruit Depot alongside coastal landmarks like Fort Fremont and the Elliot Cem.
    5 unique versions available
  19. 1957 Map of Savannah, 1967 Print
    1957 Map of Savannah, 1967 Print
    1957 Savannah
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Lowcountry and Georgia coastal plain are shown here in the late fifties, prior to modern expansion. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy through the Central of Georgia lines and the Ogeechee River wetlands.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1958 Map of Beaufort, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Beaufort, 1960 Print
    1958 Beaufort
    1960 Print · USGS
    Port Royal Island and Beaufort are shown during a period of significant military and maritime activity in the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Rose Hill Cem and Hazel Farm, or locate the Ruins (Fort Frederick) along the Beaufort River.
    5 unique versions available
  25. 1958 Map of Spring Island, 1961 Print
    1958 Map of Spring Island, 1961 Print
    1958 Spring Island
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Beaufort sea islands are captured in the late 1950s, showing a coastal landscape still defined by its tidal creeks and small landings. Researchers can trace historical sites like St Lukes Ch, Fripp Landing, and the marshy expanses of Spring Island.
    4 unique versions available
  28. 1959 Map of Fort Fremont
    1959 Map of Fort Fremont
    1959 Fort Fremont
    1959 Print · USGS
    The South Carolina Sea Islands are captured here in the mid-twentieth century, emphasizing the deep connection between the tides and local settlement. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines to Beaufort Sta, locate the grounds of Ft Fremont, and explore the layout of Parris Island.
  31. 1960 Map of Savannah
    1960 Map of Savannah
    1960 Savannah
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal Georgia and the South Carolina Lowcountry are captured in the late fifties, showcasing the intricate web of islands and tidal rivers before modern expansion. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Atlantic Coast Line or locate sites like Parris Island, Beaufort, and the Tybee Lighthouse.
  34. 1961 Map of Savannah
    1961 Map of Savannah
    1961 Savannah
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Georgia and South Carolina Lowcountry comes alive in this mid-century survey of coastal marshes, barrier islands, and river networks. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Seaboard Air Line RR, locate family sites near Isle of Hope, or study the grounds of Fort Stewart Military Reservation.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1962 Map of Laurel Bay, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Laurel Bay, 1964 Print
    1962 Laurel Bay
    1964 Print · USGS
    Coastal Beaufort County is captured in the early sixties as a mix of traditional river life and expanding military infrastructure. Researchers can trace family sites like Salvesbarg Cem, old school locations such as Broad River Sch, and the layout of Laurel Bay.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1978 Map of Beaufort
    1978 Map of Beaufort
    1978 Beaufort
    1978 Print · USGS
    Coastal South Carolina and Georgia come to life in this detailed bathymetric study from the late seventies, featuring the intricate Sea Islands and the Savannah River mouth. Researchers can trace military history at Parris Island or locate inland settlements like Switzerland and Old Sheldon.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1998 Map of Beaufort, 1999 Print
    1998 Map of Beaufort, 1999 Print
    1998 Beaufort
    1999 Print · USGS
    The Beaufort riverfront and surrounding Sea Islands come to life in this detailed late-century survey of the South Carolina coast. Researchers can trace the grounds of the Beaufort National Cemetery and locate historical landmarks like the Ruins (Fort Frederick) and Mather Sch.
  46. 2011 Map of Spring Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Spring Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Spring Island
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and other nearby areas
  49. 2011 Map of Laurel Bay, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Laurel Bay, 2011 Print
    2011 Laurel Bay
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Beaufort, Quail Ridge, and other nearby areas
  52. 2011 Map of Parris Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Parris Island, 2011 Print
    2011 Parris Island
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, and other nearby areas
  55. 2011 Map of Beaufort, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Beaufort, 2011 Print
    2011 Beaufort
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Beaufort, Gay Oaks, and other nearby areas
  58. 2014 Map of Beaufort, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Beaufort, 2014 Print
    2014 Beaufort
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Beaufort, Gay Oaks, and other nearby areas
  61. 2014 Map of Parris Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Parris Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Parris Island
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, and other nearby areas
  64. 2014 Map of Laurel Bay, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Laurel Bay, 2014 Print
    2014 Laurel Bay
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Beaufort, Quail Ridge, and other nearby areas
  67. 2014 Map of Spring Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Spring Island, 2014 Print
    2014 Spring Island
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and other nearby areas
  70. 2017 Map of Beaufort, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Beaufort, 2017 Print
    2017 Beaufort
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Beaufort, Gay Oaks, and other nearby areas
  73. 2017 Map of Spring Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Spring Island, 2017 Print
    2017 Spring Island
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Port Royal, including Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and other nearby areas
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