1980s Maps of La Crosse County, Wisconsin

Explore 11 historic maps of La Crosse County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how La Crosse County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1980s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring La Crosse County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.


La Crosse County, WI maps

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  1. 1980 Map of Brownsville
    1980 Map of Brownsville
    1980 Brownsville
    1980 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River valley near Brownsville comes alive in this 1980 survey, showing the intricate sloughs and ridges of the region. Trace local history at St Patricks Cem, Townhall, and along the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad.

  2. 1983 Map of Coon Valley
    1983 Map of Coon Valley
    1983 Coon Valley
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Driftless Area of western Wisconsin is shown here in the early 1980s, featuring the ridge-and-valley terrain of the Vernon County border. Researchers can trace rural lineages at the Middle Coon Valley Cem or locate the Chaseburg Sch and Wayside Park.

  3. 1983 Map of Stoddard
    1983 Map of Stoddard
    1983 Stoddard
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River bluffs and deep coulees of Vernon County are captured here in the early 1980s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks and rural congregations like St Matthews Cem Ch, Proksch Coulee, and Lower Coon Valley Ch.

  4. 1983 Map of Esofea
    1983 Map of Esofea
    1983 Esofea
    1983 Print · USGS
    Vernon County's coulee country in the early eighties shows a landscape of deep valleys and high ridges settled by farming families. Genealogists can trace local roots through landmarks like Skogdalen Ch, the Pumpkin Hollow area, and the small settlement of Esofea.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1983 Map of Four Corners, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Four Corners, 1984 Print
    1983 Four Corners
    1984 Print · USGS
    Monroe and La Crosse counties show a landscape of deep coulees and ridges during the early 1980s. Local researchers can trace family-named landmarks like Wanlass Hill, visit the Sand Creek Cem, or explore the rural intersection at Four Corners.

  6. 1983 Map of Middle Ridge, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Middle Ridge, 1984 Print
    1983 Middle Ridge
    1984 Print · USGS
    The ridge-top settlements and deep coulees of eastern La Crosse County are captured here in the early 1980s. Researchers can locate local landmarks like St Peter Ch, Hylandale Academy, and the North Ridge Cem.

  7. 1983 Map of Bangor, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Bangor, 1984 Print
    1983 Bangor
    1984 Print · USGS
    The La Crosse River valley and the dual-railroad corridor of the 1980s show a settled landscape of coulees and river flats. Genealogists can locate St Marys Cem, the Welsh Calvinistic Cem, and traces of the Chicago and North Western line.

  8. 1984 Map of La Crosse, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of La Crosse, 1985 Print
    1984 La Crosse
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Driftless Area of the upper Mississippi valley appears here in the mid-eighties, showing the tri-state intersections of Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks such as Peacock Ridge or Prosch Coulee and locate rural landmarks like St Marys Ch.

  9. 1985 Map of Black River Falls
    1985 Map of Black River Falls
    1985 Black River Falls
    1985 Print · USGS
    Central Wisconsin in the mid-1980s is defined by its sprawling wildlife refuges and the winding Black River corridor. Genealogists and researchers can trace rural settlements like Millston and Warrens or locate historical sites such as the Iron Mine and the grounds of Fort McCoy.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1985 Map of Winona
    1985 Map of Winona
    1985 Winona
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River valley and the coulees of the Driftless Area are shown here in the mid-1980s as the river's lock-and-dam system was well-established. Researchers can trace the riverfront at Winona, explore the bluffs near Galesville, or locate landmarks like Sugarloaf and Merrick State Park.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1985 Map of Sparta
    1985 Map of Sparta
    1985 Sparta
    1985 Print · USGS
    Western Wisconsin in the 1980s shows the unique ridge-and-valley terrain of the Driftless Area during a period of transition for its rails and rural hubs. Trace the historic rail tunnels of the Elroy-Sparta State Trail and find local landmarks like St Marys Ch and Castle Rock Lake.
    2 unique versions available

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