Old Maps of South Shore, Leola Township for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 8 historic maps of South Shore. 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 South Shore.


South Shore, Leola Township maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Milbank, 1958 Print
    1953 Map of Milbank, 1958 Print
    1953 Milbank
    1958 Print · USGS
    The tri-state border region of South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota is shown here during the early fifties, a landscape defined by glacial lakes and the Sisseton Indian Reservation. Researchers can trace the legacy of the western railroads, locating old stops along the Great Northern and settlements like Milbank, Webster, and Sisseton.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1958 Map of Milbank
    1958 Map of Milbank
    1958 Milbank
    1958 Print · USGS
    The northern Great Plains in the late fifties show a landscape of glacial lakes and reservation lands shaped by the Great Northern railroad. Genealogists and local historians can trace the grid of settlements from Britton to Milbank and locate landmarks like Enemy Swim Lake and the Sisseton Indian Reservation.

  3. 1973 Map of South Shore, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of South Shore, 1976 Print
    1973 South Shore
    1976 Print · USGS
    The prairie landscape of Codington County is captured here in the early 1970s, showcasing a region defined by its glacial lakes and railroad corridors. Researchers can trace the early layout of South Shore and Waverly or locate landmarks like Punished Womans Mound and the Old Railroad Grade.

  4. 1985 Map of Milbank
    1985 Map of Milbank
    1985 Milbank
    1985 Print · USGS
    The South Dakota and Minnesota border region comes into focus during the mid-eighties as a hub of prairie lakes and rail transport. Genealogists and researchers can trace the lakeside settlements of Hiawatha Beach, the streets of Milbank, and legacy rail lines like the Burlington Northern.

  5. 2012 Map of South Shore, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of South Shore, 2012 Print
    2012 South Shore
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers South Shore, including Leola Township, Waverly Township, and other nearby areas

  6. 2015 Map of South Shore, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of South Shore, 2015 Print
    2015 South Shore
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers South Shore, including Leola Township, Waverly Township, and other nearby areas

  7. 2017 Map of South Shore, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of South Shore, 2017 Print
    2017 South Shore
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers South Shore, including Leola Township, Waverly Township, and other nearby areas

  8. 2021 Map of South Shore, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of South Shore, 2021 Print
    2021 South Shore
    2021 Print · USGS
    South Shore and the surrounding glacial plateau of the Coteau des Prairies are documented here in the modern era. Genealogists can locate specific sites like Lakeview Cem and Jellis Grave, or trace the shoreline of Punished Womans Lake.

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