Old Maps of Nespelem, Washington for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 6 historic maps of Nespelem. 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 Nespelem.


Nespelem, WA maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Nespelem, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Nespelem, 1952 Print
    1950 Nespelem
    1952 Print · USGS
    Within the Colville Indian Reservation at mid-century, this area shows the transition from mountain lakes to the Columbia River shore. You can trace early settlements and agency sites like Nespelem, Koontzville, and the Colville Indian Agency during a period of significant regional change.
    4 unique versions available

  2. 1954 Map of Okanogan, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Okanogan, 1964 Print
    1954 Okanogan
    1964 Print · USGS
    North Central Washington’s interior comes into focus during the mid-fifties, showing the rise of the Columbia River reservoir system. Genealogists and historians can trace the Great Northern rail line and locate historical mining operations at the Mountain Lion Mine or Gold Hill Mine.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Okanogan
    1958 Map of Okanogan
    1958 Okanogan
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Okanogan River valley and the Colville Indian Reservation are shown here in the late fifties, during a period of established river and rail commerce. Researchers can trace the Great Northern line through Oroville or locate landmarks like the Knowlton School and Orient Ranger Station.

  4. 1984 Map of Nespelem
    1984 Map of Nespelem
    1984 Nespelem
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Colville Indian Reservation and the Columbia River valley are shown here in the mid-1980s, just as modern recreation was shaping the landscape. Genealogists and researchers can locate old communities like Inchelium and Keller or trace mining history at the Germania Mine.

  5. 1989 Map of Nespelem
    1989 Map of Nespelem
    1989 Nespelem
    1989 Print · USGS
    Nespelem and the surrounding tribal lands are documented here in the late eighties, showing the concentration of life along the river valleys. Researchers can locate the Colville Indian Agency, the settlement of Nespelem, and local landmarks like the Cem and the Airport.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 2023 Map of Nespelem, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Nespelem, 2023 Print
    2023 Nespelem
    2023 Print · USGS
    Nespelem and the surrounding Colville Indian Reservation lands are detailed in this modern survey. Researchers can locate family heritage sites like the Nez Perce Cem and Sacred Heart Cem, or trace the course of the Nespelem River and Owhi Lake.

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