Old Maps of Pullman, Washington for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 14 historic maps of Pullman. 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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Pullman, WA maps

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  1. 1910 Map of Pullman
    1910 Map of Pullman
    1910 Pullman
    1910 Print · USGS
    The Palouse hills and Snake River breaks are shown here in the early twentieth century, during a period of rapid railway expansion and academic growth. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layouts of Pullman and Colfax, as well as rural post offices like Guy Albion PO and the campus of the State College of Washington.
    5 unique versions available

  2. 1955 Map of Pullman, 1963 Print
    1955 Map of Pullman, 1963 Print
    1955 Pullman
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Palouse and Clearwater regions are captured here in the mid-1950s, showing the height of the rail-and-river economy. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Camas Prairie RR, find local landmarks like Whitman County Memorial Cem, and locate early academic centers at Washington State University and the University of Idaho.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Pullman
    1958 Map of Pullman
    1958 Pullman
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Palouse and Clearwater regions are captured here in the late fifties, showing the vital river-and-rail connection between eastern Washington and northern Idaho. Local historians can trace the paths of the Camas Prairie RR and Union Pacific RR as they serve towns like Colfax, Kamiah, and Nezperce.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1964 Map of Viola, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Viola, 1965 Print
    1964 Viola
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Palouse hills along the Washington and Idaho border come alive in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape defined by timbered buttes and vital rail lines. Genealogists and rail historians can trace the paths of the Northern Pacific through rural stops like Fallon, Viola, and Whelan.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1964 Map of Moscow West, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Moscow West, 1965 Print
    1964 Moscow West
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Idaho-Washington border comes alive in the mid-1960s, centered on the university town of Moscow and its rail connections. Researchers can trace the junction of the Union Pacific and Great Northern railroads or locate the University of Idaho campus and the old Drive-in Theater.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1964 Map of Albion, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Albion, 1965 Print
    1964 Albion
    1965 Print · USGS
    Whitman County agriculture and transportation are captured here in the mid-1960s, showing the vital rail-and-river network of the Palouse. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Mt Olivet Cem, the local Grange Hall, and the small siding at Kitzmiller.

  7. 1964 Map of Pullman, 1965 Print
    1964 Map of Pullman, 1965 Print
    1964 Pullman
    1965 Print · USGS
    Pullman and the surrounding Palouse hills are captured here in the mid-sixties, a period of significant academic and agricultural activity. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Union Pacific through small sidings and settlements like Staley, Busby, and Chambers.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1975 Map of Moscow West, 1976 Print
    1975 Map of Moscow West, 1976 Print
    1975 Moscow West
    1976 Print · USGS
    The eastern edge of the Idaho border near Moscow is captured in the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of urban growth and Palouse wheat fields. Researchers can trace the layout of Moscow and the Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport amidst the winding course of Paradise Creek.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1975 Map of Pullman, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Pullman, 1977 Print
    1975 Pullman
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Palouse hills of Whitman County appear in striking aerial detail during the mid-seventies. Researchers can trace the development of Pullman or locate rural landmarks near Staley and Johnson along the South Fork Palouse River.

  10. 1982 Map of Pullman
    1982 Map of Pullman
    1982 Pullman
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Palouse region and Snake River valley are shown in the early eighties as the river navigation system matured. Trace the rail lines of the Union Pacific, locate rural centers like Johnson and Colton, and see the impact of the Lower Granite Dam.

  11. 2023 Map of Pullman, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Pullman, 2023 Print
    2023 Pullman
    2023 Print · USGS
    Pullman and its agricultural surrounds are captured in this recent survey, showcasing the enduring layout of the Palouse landscape. Researchers can trace family roots through Pullman City Cem, Odd Fellows Cem, and outlying points like Staley and Johnson.

  12. 2023 Map of Albion, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Albion, 2023 Print
    2023 Albion
    2023 Print · USGS
    Whitman County's agricultural heartland is documented here in the early twenty-first century, spanning the rolling hills between the river and the rising buttes. Researchers can trace family sites near Mount Olivet Cem or follow the early routes connecting Albion and Pullman.

  13. 2024 Map of Moscow West, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Moscow West, 2024 Print
    2024 Moscow West
    2024 Print · USGS
    The Palouse borderlands come into focus in this recent survey of the region between two major university towns. Genealogists and local historians can locate Clinton Cem, the small settlement of Sunshine, and the campus grounds of the University of Idaho.

  14. 2024 Map of Viola, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Viola, 2024 Print
    2024 Viola
    2024 Print · USGS
    The Idaho-Washington borderlands near the Palouse Range are documented here in their modern agricultural and rural state. Genealogists can locate several family burial grounds including Coleman Cem and Viola Cem near the settlements of Whelan and Estes.

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