1970s Maps of Bayfield County, Wisconsin

1. 1971 Map of Upper Eau Claire Lake, 1973 Print

   

   1971 Upper Eau Claire Lake

   1973 Print · USGS

   Bayfield County in the early seventies is a landscape of glacial waters and deep timberlands preserved within national forests. Researchers can trace the layout of northern shorelines and remote springs like Shunenberg Springs, Bearsdale Springs, and Upper Eau Claire Lake.

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4. 1971 Map of Delta, 1973 Print

   

   1971 Delta

   1973 Print · USGS

   In the early 1970s, the northwoods of Bayfield County remained a dense landscape of glacial lakes and managed timber. You can trace the road networks and shoreline details of over a dozen water bodies including Lake Delta, Eagle Lake, and the vicinity of the Delta Lookout Tower.

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7. 1971 Map of Cable, 1973 Print

   

   1971 Cable

   1973 Print · USGS

   Bayfield County in the early seventies shows a landscape of deep forests and glacial lakes at the height of its mid-century recreational growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace the residents of Cable and Seeley or locate ancestral plots at St Anne Cem and Greenwood Cem.

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10. 1971 Map of Totagatic Lake, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Totagatic Lake

    1973 Print · USGS

    Bayfield and Sawyer counties are captured here in the early seventies, a landscape of protected wetlands and thick forest at the edge of the Northwoods. Researchers can trace the courses of Hills Mill Creek and the Totagatic River or locate landmarks like the Smoky Hill Lookout Tower.

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13. 1971 Map of Grand View, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Grand View

    1973 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County’s forest and lake country is captured here in the early seventies, centered on the settlement of Grand View. Researchers can find the University of Wisconsin Surveying Camp, the Long Mile Lookout Tower, and an Old Railroad Grade.

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16. 1971 Map of Mason, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Mason

    1973 Print · USGS

    The village of Mason and the surrounding timberlands are captured here in the early seventies, just as the Bibon Marsh remains a wild contrast to local farms. Trace old transport routes including the Chicago and North Western line and an Old Railroad Grade.

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19. 1971 Map of Chittamo NE, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Chittamo NE

    1973 Print · USGS

    The northwoods of Douglas and Bayfield counties are shown here in the early seventies, a landscape defined by complex river systems and township boundaries. Genealogists and outdoorsmen can trace the Totagatic River through the Totagatic River State Wildlife Management Area or locate landmarks like Goose Lake and Frog Creek Road.

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22. 1971 Map of Drummond, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Drummond

    1973 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County's timberlands and glacial lakes are captured here in the early seventies, centered on the historic company town of Drummond. Genealogists and researchers can trace the rail-and-water geography of the era, from the Chicago and North Western tracks to remote landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Lake Dinner Camp.

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25. 1971 Map of Lake Tahkodah, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Lake Tahkodah

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Northwoods of Bayfield and Sawyer counties are captured here in the early seventies, dominated by the Namekagon River. You can trace the development of recreation at Mount Telemark or locate remote camps on Star Lake and Lake Tahkodah.

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28. 1971 Map of Namekagon Lake, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Namekagon Lake

    1973 Print · USGS

    Bayfield and Sawyer counties are captured in the early 1970s, showcasing the dense woods and glaciated waters of the Chequamegon National Forest. Researchers can trace the irregular shorelines of Namekagon Lake and find landmarks like Missionary Point or the small settlement at Namekagon.

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31. 1971 Map of Drummond NW, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Drummond NW

    1973 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County’s glacial lakelands are captured here in the early seventies as timber and recreational interests shaped the Northwoods. Trace family-named roads and remote forest sites like Barnes Road, Camp Nine Lake, and Silver Lake.

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34. 1971 Map of Grand View NW, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Grand View NW

    1973 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County at the start of the 1970s shows a landscape defined by the expansive Bibon Marsh and the lakelands of the Northwoods. Researchers can trace the Old Railroad Grade near Sutherland or locate family sites near Pike River Cem and Bethany Ch.

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37. 1971 Map of Diamond Lake, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Diamond Lake

    1973 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County's north woods are captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape defined by the Chequamegon National Forest. Trace family vacation spots around Owen Lake or the old Chicago and North Western rail line.

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40. 1971 Map of Clam Lake, 1990 Print

    

    1971 Clam Lake

    1990 Print · USGS

    The Northwoods of Ashland and Bayfield Counties come alive in this early 1970s survey of the lake-studded forestry landscape. Researchers can locate the Clam Lake Lookout Tower, trace burials at Wildwood Cem, and find the Job Corps Camp near Chippewa Lake.

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43. 1978 Map of Outer Island

    

    1978 Outer Island

    1978 Print · USGS

    The Apostle Islands archipelago and the vast expanse of Lake Superior are shown in the late seventies. Researchers can trace maritime landmarks like the Outer Island Light, explore island terrain from Bear Island to Cat Island, and locate the old Landing Strip.

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