Old Maps of Schleicher County, Texas for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 203 historic maps of Schleicher County. 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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Schleicher County, TX maps

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  1. 1892 Map of San Angelo
    1892 Map of San Angelo
    1892 San Angelo
    1892 Print · USGS
    San Angelo and the surrounding West Texas ranch lands appear here in the early 1890s as a vital junction for the river and rail. Researchers can trace early water sources and settlements like Christoval, Lipan Spring, and the G. C. & S. F. Ry. line.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1893 Map of Fort McKavett
    1893 Map of Fort McKavett
    1893 Fort McKavett
    1893 Print · USGS
    Central West Texas ranching life is frozen in time during the 1890s as the frontier era transitions to established livestock spreads. Trace family landholdings and early outposts like Fort McKavett, S.S.S. Ranch, and Henderson Brothers Ranch.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1895 Map of Sherwood
    1895 Map of Sherwood
    1895 Sherwood
    1895 Print · USGS
    Central West Texas at the close of the nineteenth century centers on the cattle-country hubs of Sherwood and Knickerbocker. Genealogists and researchers can trace early homesteading patterns near Spring Creek, the Middle Concho River, and Lopez Peaks.
    5 unique versions available

  4. 1954 Map of Sonora, 1965 Print
    1954 Map of Sonora, 1965 Print
    1954 Sonora
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Edwards Plateau and West Texas ranching country come alive in this mid-century survey of the canyons and plateaus. Genealogists and historians can trace the remote settlements of Pandale and Loma Alta or follow the path of the Panhandle and Santa Fe RR.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1954 Map of San Angelo, 1967 Print
    1954 Map of San Angelo, 1967 Print
    1954 San Angelo
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Concho Valley and eastern Permian Basin transition from ranching to a burgeoning oil economy during the mid-twentieth century. Trace the expansion of San Angelo near Goodfellow AFB and locate old crossroads like Stiles, Texon, and Barnhart along the SANTA FE railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1958 Map of Sonora
    1958 Map of Sonora
    1958 Sonora
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Edwards Plateau and Trans-Pecos region come alive in the late fifties, showing a landscape of remote ranchlands and historic frontier outposts. Trace the legacy of Fort Lancaster Ruins, the limestone depths of Devils Sinkhole Cavern, and the path of the Pecos River.

  7. 1958 Map of San Angelo
    1958 Map of San Angelo
    1958 San Angelo
    1958 Print · USGS
    West Texas in the late fifties centers on the growing hub of San Angelo and its vital river confluences. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Santa Fe railroad to outposts like Fort Chadbourne, Big Lake, and the specialized community of Sanatorium.

  8. 1963 Map of Buffalo Well, 1965 Print
    1963 Map of Buffalo Well, 1965 Print
    1963 Buffalo Well
    1965 Print · USGS
    The high plateau country along the Schleicher and Sutton county line comes into focus in the early sixties. Researchers can trace the footprint of the energy industry and cattle ranching through landmarks like Wardlaw Ranch, Humble Camp, and Buffalo Well.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1963 Map of Buffalo Well NW, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Buffalo Well NW, 1966 Print
    1963 Buffalo Well NW
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Sutton and Schleicher county line in the early sixties was a landscape of remote ranching outposts and deep limestone draws. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named estates like Mcintosh Ranch, Cauthorn Ranch, and the small settlement of Allison.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1963 Map of Adams, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Adams, 1966 Print
    1963 Adams
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County in the early 1960s was a landscape defined by ranching terrain and the growing energy sector. Genealogists and historians can trace the O Harrow Oil Field and local landmarks like Adams and Montgomery.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1963 Map of Adams NW, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Adams NW, 1966 Print
    1963 Adams NW
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranching country is captured here in the early sixties, showing the vast livestock holdings of the Texas Edwards Plateau. Researchers can trace historic property boundaries and family landmarks like Robinson Ranch, Burrus Ranch, and Ewing Ranch.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1963 Map of Adams SE, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Adams SE, 1966 Print
    1963 Adams SE
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranchlands are documented here in the early sixties, showing a landscape of sprawling family holdings and essential water sources. Genealogists and local historians can locate specific operations like the Figure 3 Ranch or trace landmarks like Panther Bluff Waterhole and Bull Hollow.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1963 Map of Adams SW, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Adams SW, 1966 Print
    1963 Adams SW
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranching country is captured here in the early sixties, showing the isolated homesteads and vital water sources of West Texas. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Henderson Ranch or trace the geography of Oak Hollow and Twentymile Waterhole.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1963 Map of Coal Kiln Draw, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Coal Kiln Draw, 1966 Print
    1963 Coal Kiln Draw
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Schleicher and Sutton county line divides this West Texas ranching country in the early sixties, as mapped by photogrammetric methods. Genealogists and local historians can locate several family holdings including Pope Ranch, U X Ranch, and the Morales Cem.

  15. 1963 Map of McKegan Draw NE, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of McKegan Draw NE, 1966 Print
    1963 McKegan Draw NE
    1966 Print · USGS
    The ranchlands at the intersection of Kimble and Menard Counties are captured here in the early sixties. Researchers can trace family legacies at the Lehne Ranch, Graham Ranch, and Johnston Ranch, or locate the Murr Ch at the edge of the creek draws.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1964 Map of Eldorado NW, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Eldorado NW, 1966 Print
    1964 Eldorado NW
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranchlands in the mid-sixties show the intersection of traditional cattle operations and the growing Texas energy industry. Genealogists and local historians can locate specific homesteads like Bearce Ranch and Whitten Ranch or trace the early footprint of the Eldorado Gas Field.
    2 unique versions available

  17. 1964 Map of Sonora NE, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Sonora NE, 1966 Print
    1964 Sonora NE
    1966 Print · USGS
    The West Texas ranchlands in the mid-1960s are captured here as a network of family estates and water management projects. Researchers can trace land holdings like Logan Ranch and the industrial footprint of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1964 Map of Eldorado SW, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Eldorado SW, 1966 Print
    1964 Eldorado SW
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranching and water management are captured in the mid-1960s as the region balanced traditional land use with new infrastructure. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Johnson Ranch and burial sites at Eldorado Cem or Bailey Ranch Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 1964 Map of Oglesby Ranch, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Oglesby Ranch, 1966 Print
    1964 Oglesby Ranch
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher and Crockett counties meet in this 1960s ranching landscape, where the open range is divided by fences and petroleum infrastructure. Researchers can trace the layout of family holdings like Oglesby Ranch and Preston Ranch alongside early Pipelines.

  20. 1964 Map of Sonora NW, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Sonora NW, 1966 Print
    1964 Sonora NW
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher and Sutton counties are captured in the mid-sixties during a period of expanding energy infrastructure and flood control. Researchers can trace family ranching history at the Nixon Ranch and Jones Ranch or locate early industrial features like the Gas Field.
    2 unique versions available

  21. 1964 Map of Coupe Ranch, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Coupe Ranch, 1966 Print
    1964 Coupe Ranch
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranching country is documented here in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape of family-owned spreads and emerging industry. Trace local genealogy and land use across Coupe Ranch, Mayer Ranch, and the Landing Strip near Granger Draw.
    2 unique versions available

  22. 1964 Map of Eldorado NE, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Eldorado NE, 1966 Print
    1964 Eldorado NE
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranching and energy production intersect in the mid-1960s along the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line. Trace local landmarks like the Cem near South Concho River and the early Hulldale Oil Field.
    2 unique versions available

  23. 1964 Map of Bailey Draw, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Bailey Draw, 1966 Print
    1964 Bailey Draw
    1966 Print · USGS
    The West Texas ranchlands in the mid-sixties are captured here at the Crockett Co Schleicher Co line. Trace the history of local operations like Willoughby Ranch and Powell Ranch alongside Bailey Draw.
    2 unique versions available

  24. 1964 Map of Eldorado, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Eldorado, 1966 Print
    1964 Eldorado
    1966 Print · USGS
    Eldorado thrived as a railroad and ranching hub in the mid-1960s, centered on the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line. Researchers can locate the County Sch, a Fish Hatchery, and mid-century landmarks like the local Drive-In Theater.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1964 Map of Moore Ranch, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Moore Ranch, 1966 Print
    1964 Moore Ranch
    1966 Print · USGS
    Schleicher County ranchlands and oil infrastructure come into focus during the mid-sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family holdings like Linthicum Ranch, locate the Bruton Landing Field, and follow old routes like Bootleg Lane.
    2 unique versions available

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