Old Maps of Washington, Wisconsin for Metal Detecting
Plan your next treasure hunt with 29 historic maps of Washington. 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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Washington, WI maps
(29)- 1954 Map of Escanaba, 1967 Print
1954 Escanaba1967 Print · USGSThe Upper Peninsula and Door County shorelines meet here in the mid-fifties, showing the vital maritime and timber networks of the Great Lakes. Researchers can trace historic rail lines, old fire lookouts like the Stonington Fire Tower, and island settlements such as Washington Island.2 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Escanaba
1957 Escanaba1957 Print · USGSThe Upper Peninsula and Door County shorelines meet in the mid-fifties, capturing a landscape of timber, iron, and maritime trade. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Chicago & North Western RR through settlements like Hermansville or locate St Vitals Church and the Potawatome Indian Reservation. - 1958 Map of Escanaba
1958 Escanaba1958 Print · USGSNorthern Lake Michigan maritime commerce and timberlands are captured here in the mid-fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace rail networks like the Escanaba and Lake Superior or locate island settlements such as Detroit Harbor and Fish Creek. - 1960 Map of Washington Island, 1962 Print
1960 Washington Island1962 Print · USGSDoor County’s northern archipelago appears here in the early sixties, showing the vital maritime connections between the mainland and the island communities. Genealogists and historians can locate Trinity Ch, the remote St Martin Cem, and early landmarks like Pottawatomie Light.2 unique versions available - 1982 Map of Washington Island SE
1982 Washington Island SE1982 Print · USGSThe southeastern coast of Washington Island in the early eighties shows a landscape of coastal wetlands and protected islands. Researchers can trace the layout of Eastside County Park and the rugged offshore terrain of Fisherman Shoal and Hog Island.2 unique versions available - 1982 Map of Washington Island NW
1982 Washington Island NW1982 Print · USGSWashington Island's northwestern shores in the early eighties show a landscape of maritime navigation and island community life. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Township Cem, several island churches, and landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Boyer Bluff.2 unique versions available - 1982 Map of Washington Island NE, 1983 Print
1982 Washington Island NE1983 Print · USGSThe maritime frontier of Door County and Delta County is captured here in the early 1980s, documenting the remote outposts of the Green Bay entrance. Trace family roots at the Cem in Fairbanks or locate the historic Pottawatomie Light on Rock Island.2 unique versions available - 1982 Map of Washington Island SW, 1983 Print
1982 Washington Island SW1983 Print · USGSDoor County's rugged island chain is documented here in the early 1980s, centered on the maritime gateway of Detroit Harbor. Researchers can trace the coastal landmarks of the era, from the U S Coast Guard Station on Plum Island to the quiet shores of Europe Lake.2 unique versions available - 1984 Map of Washington Island, 1985 Print
1984 Washington Island1985 Print · USGSNorthern Door County and the Manitou Islands are mapped here in the mid-1980s, detailing a maritime landscape of remote archipelagoes. Researchers can trace the layout of Washington or locate Rock Island State Park and the rugged shores of North Manitou Island.2 unique versions available - 2010 Map of Washington Island SW, 2010 Print
2010 Washington Island SW2010 Print · USGSThe treacherous waters of the Door Peninsula passage are captured here at the start of the 2010s. Maritime historians can trace the vital navigation points at Plum Light Range Lights and Pilot Island Light or the coastal roads of Northport. - 2010 Map of Washington Island SE, 2010 Print
2010 Washington Island SE2010 Print · USGSDoor County’s southeastern shoreline and offshore waters are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace the coastal layout around South Point or locate landmarks like Hog Island and the submerged Fisherman Shoal. - 2011 Map of Washington Island NE, 2011 Print
2011 Washington Island NE2011 Print · USGSThe maritime landscape of Door County is documented here during the early 2000s, focusing on the islands that guard the entrance to Green Bay. Researchers can trace old routes like Jackson Harbor Rd or locate the remote Saint Martin Island Cemetery. - 2011 Map of Washington Island NW, 2011 Print
2011 Washington Island NW2011 Print · USGSWashington Island at the turn of the decade shows its maritime character and tight-knit community layout. Genealogists and local researchers can trace family lands along Gudmundsen Dr or locate the Washington Township Cemetery and Washington Harbor. - 2013 Map of Washington Island SW, 2013 Print
2013 Washington Island SW2013 Print · USGSDoor County's rugged maritime frontier is documented here in the early twenty-first century as the peninsula gives way to the islands. Researchers can trace the ferry passage from Northport across to Detroit Island, passing Plum Island and the remote Pilot Island. - 2013 Map of Washington Island SE, 2013 Print
2013 Washington Island SE2013 Print · USGSWashington Island’s southeastern coast is shown here in the early twenty-first century, highlighting where the land meets the deep waters of the Great Lakes. Researchers can trace the shoreline at South Point and locate remote landmarks like Hog Island and Fisherman Shoal. - 2013 Map of Washington Island NW, 2013 Print
2013 Washington Island NW2013 Print · USGSThe northwestern tip of Door County’s island community is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the rugged shoreline of Lake Michigan. Researchers can trace local heritage along roads like Gasoline Town Rd and Gunnlaugsson Rd near Little Lake. - 2013 Map of Washington Island NE, 2013 Print
2013 Washington Island NE2013 Print · USGSThe northern tip of Door County and its outlying islands are captured here in the early 2010s. Maritime researchers and local historians can trace the route of the Rock Island State Park Ferry and locate shore landmarks like Fish Island and Indian Point Rd. - 2016 Map of Washington Island SW, 2016 Print
2016 Washington Island SW2016 Print · USGSDoor County's maritime threshold is captured here during the mid-2010s, focusing on the southern tip of the archipelago. Researchers can trace the coastal geography of Detroit Harbor, the isolated Plum Island, and the mainland terminus at Northport. - 2016 Map of Washington Island NW, 2016 Print
2016 Washington Island NW2016 Print · USGSWashington Island's northern shoreline comes into focus in this recent survey, capturing the geography of the community where Green Bay meets the lake. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Washington Township Cem and trace old family routes along Boyers Bluff Rd and Gudmundsen Dr. - 2016 Map of Washington Island SE, 2016 Print
2016 Washington Island SE2016 Print · USGSWashington Island's eastern shoreline is recorded in 2016, capturing the rural roads and natural marshes of this Door County community. Trace local routes like Old Mill Rd or explore the coastal wetlands of Big Marsh and the isolated Hog Island. - 2016 Map of Washington Island NE, 2016 Print
2016 Washington Island NE2016 Print · USGSThe maritime border between Wisconsin and Michigan is revealed here in the late twenty-teens, spanning the treacherous waters of Lake Michigan. Trace the isolated Saint Martin Island Cem or explore the coastal roads of Washington Island near Jackson Harbor. - 2018 Map of Washington Island SE, 2018 Print
2018 Washington Island SE2018 Print · USGSWashington Island's southeastern coast and the surrounding waters of Lake Michigan are captured here in the late 2010s. Researchers can trace local landmarks like South Point or explore the wetland areas of Big Marsh and the navigational hazards of Fisherman Shoal. - 2018 Map of Washington Island NE, 2018 Print
2018 Washington Island NE2018 Print · USGSWashington Island and the surrounding archipelago appear at a time of settled island life and active maritime transit. Trace historical navigation routes through Rock Island Passage and locate the Saint Martin Island Cem near Jackson Harbor. - 2018 Map of Washington Island SW, 2018 Print
2018 Washington Island SW2018 Print · USGSDoor County's southern islands and the Porte des Morts passage are captured here during the late 2010s. Trace the maritime landscape and coastal roads connecting Detroit Harbor and Northport, alongside features like Europe Lake, Plum Island, and Gislason Beach. - 2018 Map of Washington Island NW, 2018 Print
2018 Washington Island NW2018 Print · USGSWashington Island’s northern reaches appear in detail during the late 2010s, showing the intersection of coastal topography and community life. Researchers can trace local heritage through the Island Cem or explore geographic landmarks like Bowyer Bluff and Coffee Swamp.
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