Old Maps of Appleton, Wisconsin for Hiking & Exploration
Hike through history with 33 historic maps of Appleton. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.
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Appleton, WI maps
(33)- 1911 Map of Neenah, 1949 Print
1911 Neenah1949 Print · USGSThe Fox River Valley was a thriving industrial and social corridor at the dawn of the twentieth century. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layouts of Neenah and Menasha or locate vanished landmarks like High Cliff PO and the Limeworks. - 1955 Map of Neenah, 1957 Print
1955 Neenah1957 Print · USGSMid-century Wisconsin comes to life along the Fox River and Lake Winnebago as industrial towns like Neenah and Menasha expand. Genealogists and historians can trace old property lines near St Marys Cem or locate defunct landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and Clay Sch.3 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Appleton, 1957 Print
1955 Appleton1957 Print · USGSMid-century Appleton thrives as a river-based industrial and academic center during the mid-1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace the footprint of Lawrence College, numerous parochial schools like St Teresa Sch, and outlying hamlets such as Mackville.3 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Appleton, 1957 Print
1955 Appleton1957 Print · USGSOutagamie County's river-driven industrial valley and sprawling northern farmsteads are captured here in the mid-1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Appleton and Kaukauna or locate rural landmarks like Mackville Station and the Herman Sch (Abandoned).2 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Neenah, 1957 Print
1955 Neenah1957 Print · USGSMid-century Neenah and Menasha show a bustling river-and-rail corridor at the mouth of Lake Winnebago. Genealogists and historians can trace neighborhood growth near Doty Island, locate family sites at Oak Hill Cem, or find recreation spots like Waverly Beach.3 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Green Bay, 1968 Print
1955 Green Bay1968 Print · USGSCentral and Eastern Wisconsin are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the industrial growth of the Fox Valley and Wisconsin River corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Green Bay and Western through settlements like Weyauwega, Clintonville, and Pulaski.2 unique versions available - 1974 Map of Kaukauna, 1978 Print
1974 Kaukauna1978 Print · USGSKaukauna and the surrounding Fox River valley are captured in the mid-seventies, showing the dense industrial and parish-linked neighborhoods of the era. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous sites like Holy Name Cem, St John Cem, and schools like Electa Quinney Sch.2 unique versions available - 1974 Map of Sherwood, 1978 Print
1974 Sherwood1978 Print · USGSThe Lake Winnebago shoreline in the mid-1970s shows a landscape balancing industry and recreation at the Calumet and Outagamie county line. Researchers can find old family cemeteries like Sacred Heart Cem, explore the Limekiln Ruins, or trace the Soo Line through Sherwood.2 unique versions available - 1984 Map of Appleton, 1985 Print
1984 Appleton1985 Print · USGSThe Fox River Valley in the mid-eighties shows a bustling corridor of industry and nature, from the shores of Lake Winnebago to the Oneida Indian Reservation. Trace local heritage through landmarks like Riverside Cem or explore the wetlands of Poygan Marsh State Wildlife Area.2 unique versions available - 1992 Map of Neenah, 1996 Print
1992 Neenah1996 Print · USGSThe Fox River Valley saw significant development in the early nineties, centered on the growing industrial and residential districts of Neenah and Menasha. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through numerous sites like St Patricks Cem, Stroebe Island, and the rail corridors of the Soo Line. - 1992 Map of Kaukauna, 1996 Print
1992 Kaukauna1996 Print · USGSThe Fox River industrial corridor is shown in high detail during the early nineties as urban centers like Kaukauna and Little Chute expanded. Genealogists can locate several local burial grounds such as St John Cem and Holy Name Cemetery alongside parks like Thousand Island State Conservancy Park. - 1992 Map of Sherwood, 1996 Print
1992 Sherwood1996 Print · USGSLake Winnebago and its prominent eastern bluffs are the centerpiece of this Calumet County survey from the early nineties. Researchers can locate genealogical landmarks like High Cliff Cemetery or trace the industrial history of the Limekiln Ruins and local Quarry operations. - 1992 Map of Appleton, 1996 Print
1992 Appleton1996 Print · USGSThe Fox River valley saw significant suburban and commercial expansion in the 1990s as the urban core pushed north. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Lawrence College, Riverside Cem, and the rural crossroads of Mackville. - 2010 Map of Appleton, 2010 Print
2010 Appleton2010 Print · USGSAppleton's urban layout and the industrial Fox River corridor are shown here in the years before the 2010s. Trace the city's growth from Lawrence University out to rural landmarks like Hamples Corner and Saint Joseph Cemetery. - 2010 Map of Neenah, 2010 Print
2010 Neenah2010 Print · USGSThe Fox River Valley's industrial heart is captured here during a period of modern expansion for NEENAH and MENASHA. Genealogists and historians can trace cemetery locations like Saint Johns Cemetery or locate landmarks such as the Menasha Genlaws Dam and Doty Island. - 2010 Map of Kaukauna, 2010 Print
2010 Kaukauna2010 Print · USGSThe Fox River Valley corridor in 2010 shows a dense industrial and residential landscape defined by its historic river power. Researchers can trace 19th-century infrastructure like the Kimberly Laws1848 Dam and several local landmarks including Saint John Cemetery and Combined Locks. - 2010 Map of Sherwood, 2010 Print
2010 Sherwood2010 Print · USGSThe eastern shores of Lake Winnebago are captured here during a period of suburban growth and recreational development. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Mansfield Family Cemetery or explore the landmarks of High Cliff and Sherwood. - 2013 Map of Appleton, 2013 Print
2013 Appleton2013 Print · USGSThe northern expansion of the Fox Cities is captured in the early 2010s, showing the blend of urban development and rural homesteads. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Schabo's Hillside Orchard, Mackville, and the Appleton Water Works near the Fox River. - 2013 Map of Kaukauna, 2013 Print
2013 Kaukauna2013 Print · USGSThe Fox River corridor south of Green Bay is captured here during a period of steady growth and industrial legacy. Genealogists and local historians can trace the street grids and waterways of Kimberly, Combined Locks, and the riverside features of the Little Chute Islands. - 2013 Map of Sherwood, 2013 Print
2013 Sherwood2013 Print · USGSThe eastern shores of Lake Winnebago meet the expanding suburban fringes of Appleton in the early 2010s. Researchers can trace the layout of lakeside communities like Utowana Beach or locate regional landmarks such as the Wisconsin International Raceway and High Cliff. - 2013 Map of Neenah, 2013 Print
2013 Neenah2013 Print · USGSThe Fox River valley in the early 2010s shows a sophisticated network of island communities and lakefront developments. Researchers can trace the unique geography of Doty Island, the facilities at Menasha Water Works, and the shoreline of Lake Winnebago. - 2016 Map of Sherwood, 2016 Print
2016 Sherwood2016 Print · USGSThe bluffs above Lake Winnebago meet the growing suburbs of Calumet County in the mid-2010s. Researchers can locate local burial grounds like Sacred Heart Cem and Mansfield Family Cem or trace the shoreline from Utowana Beach to High Cliff. - 2016 Map of Kaukauna, 2016 Print
2016 Kaukauna2016 Print · USGSThe industrial Fox River Valley is shown in high detail during its mid-2010s development, spanning the communities of Appleton and Kaukauna. Researchers can trace the modern layout of local landmarks including Saint Marys Cem, the Canadian National rail lines, and the Little Chute Islands. - 2016 Map of Appleton, 2016 Print
2016 Appleton2016 Print · USGSAppleton and the surrounding Outagamie County landscape are captured here in the mid-2010s, showing the city's expansion toward the northern townships. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous sites including Riverside Cem, Lawrence Univ, and the settlement of Mackville. - 2016 Map of Neenah, 2016 Print
2016 Neenah2016 Print · USGSThe Fox River cities of Neenah, Menasha, and Appleton are captured here at the edge of Lake Winnebago. Researchers can trace local history through a high concentration of cemeteries like Oak Hill Cem or explore the shoreline features of Doty Island and Waverly Beach.
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