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Old Maps of Vilas County, Wisconsin

Explore 144 old maps of Vilas County, spanning from 1928 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Vilas County, WI maps

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  1. 1928 Map of Three Lakes
    1928 Map of Three Lakes
    1928 Three Lakes
    1928 Print · USGS
    The Northwoods of Vilas and Oneida Counties come into focus in the late 1920s as early motor roads begin to connect the region's vast chain of lakes. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Mayo Sch, the settlement of Hutchinson, and the original footprints of Eagle River and Three Lakes.
  4. 1930 Map of Robbins
    1930 Map of Robbins
    1930 Robbins
    1930 Print · USGS
    The Vilas and Oneida County lake country comes into focus in the early 1930s as tourism and industry overlap. Locate vanished rural schoolhouses like Evergreen Sch. and Sebastian Sch. or trace the early path of the Chicago and Northwestern RR.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1938 Map of Phelps, 1946 Print
    1938 Map of Phelps, 1946 Print
    1938 Phelps
    1946 Print · USGS
    Vilas County's northern lakes and timberlands come into focus during the late 1930s, showing a landscape defined by the Michigan-Wisconsin state line and new conservation camps. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of local life at the Augustus Adolphus Ch, Conover Cem, and the CCC Camp near Phelps.
  10. 1938 Map of Minocqua, 1955 Print
    1938 Map of Minocqua, 1955 Print
    1938 Minocqua
    1955 Print · USGS
    Oneida and Vilas Counties are shown as a thriving Northwoods destination in the late thirties, when rail lines still delivered visitors to the lakefronts. Trace the footprints of local life at Hall Sch, Evergreen Cem, and the Muskellunge Fire Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1938 Map of Alvin, 1956 Print
    1938 Map of Alvin, 1956 Print
    1938 Alvin
    1956 Print · USGS
    Forest and Vilas counties appear here in the late 1930s as centers of logging and new federal conservation efforts. You can trace the path of the Lumber RR, find remote Depression-era CCC Camp sites, and locate landmarks like the Jones Dam Fire Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1938 Map of Three Lakes, 1956 Print
    1938 Map of Three Lakes, 1956 Print
    1938 Three Lakes
    1956 Print · USGS
    The lake country of Oneida and Vilas counties is shown here in the late 1930s, capturing the early layout of regional resorts and logging outposts. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Three Lakes, Sanborn Sch, and the Chicago and Northwestern rail line.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1938 Map of Robbins, 1957 Print
    1938 Map of Robbins, 1957 Print
    1938 Robbins
    1957 Print · USGS
    Northern Wisconsin’s lake country was a mosaic of rural school districts and new hydroelectric power in the late 1930s. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks like Kuehn Sch and Bohemian Sch or trace the early Rhinelander Trail.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1938 Map of Lac Du Flambeau, 1959 Print
    1938 Map of Lac Du Flambeau, 1959 Print
    1938 Lac Du Flambeau
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin lake district appears in detail during the late 1930s, showing the early infrastructure of the northern woods. Researchers can trace the Chicago and Northwestern rail line and locate community landmarks like Marlands Sch and the Flambeau Fire Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1939 Map of Trout Lake
    1939 Map of Trout Lake
    1939 Trout Lake
    1939 Print · USGS
    Northern Wisconsin's lake country is captured here in the late thirties as the region transitioned into a premier outdoor destination. Trace the development of Boulder Junction, the locations of a CCC Camp, and fire suppression lookouts like the Boulder Fire Tower.
  28. 1939 Map of Lac Du Flambeau
    1939 Map of Lac Du Flambeau
    1939 Lac Du Flambeau
    1939 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's lake country is captured here in the late thirties, documenting a landscape defined by the intersection of tribal lands and national forests. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail stops and rural schoolhouses like Marlands Sch, Hasener, and the Lac du Flambeau Sta.
  31. 1939 Map of Winchester
    1939 Map of Winchester
    1939 Winchester
    1939 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's lake-strewn Northwoods are documented here in the late thirties as the region transitioned into a destination for conservation and recreation. Researchers can locate Depression-era infrastructure like the CCC Camp or trace family roots near Winchester, Spider Lake Sch, and Powell.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1941 Map of Pike Lake, 1952 Print
    1941 Map of Pike Lake, 1952 Print
    1941 Pike Lake
    1952 Print · USGS
    Price County timberland and lake country are captured here at the end of the 1930s as the river-and-rail economy transitioned toward forest management. Genealogists and historians can locate the Riley Creek CCC Camp, the Shady Knoll Sch, and landmarks like the South Fork Fire Tower.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1942 Map of Pike Lake
    1942 Map of Pike Lake
    1942 Pike Lake
    1942 Print · USGS
    Price County and the surrounding lake country are documented here in the early 1940s, showing a landscape shaped by timber and early recreation. Researchers can trace the Riley Creek CCC Camp, the Shady Knoll Sch, and landmarks like the South Fork Fire Tower.
  40. 1945 Map of Three Lakes, 1946 Print
    1945 Map of Three Lakes, 1946 Print
    1945 Three Lakes
    1946 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin Northwoods are seen here during the mid-1940s, a landscape defined by a sprawling lakeland and the Chicago and Northwestern railroad. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layout of Three Lakes and find rural landmarks like Evergreen Sch and Jones Dam.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1945 Map of Robbins, 1946 Print
    1945 Map of Robbins, 1946 Print
    1945 Robbins
    1946 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's Northwoods come alive in this mid-century survey of the lake country around the Vilas and Oneida county line. Genealogists can trace family footprints through numerous rural schoolhouses like Lake Kathan Sch and forgotten sites like Wakefield and Robbins.
  46. 1946 Map of Winchester
    1946 Map of Winchester
    1946 Winchester
    1946 Print · USGS
    Northern Wisconsin's lake country was a landscape of remote settlements and timber management during the mid-forties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the footprint of early communities at Winchester and Presque Isle, or locate the Winegar Church and the regional CCC Camp.
  49. 1946 Map of Star Lake
    1946 Map of Star Lake
    1946 Star Lake
    1946 Print · USGS
    Vilas County was a landscape of deep woods and glacial lakes in the late thirties as the timber era gave way to early tourism. Genealogists and historians can trace the Chicago and Northwestern Line rail corridor and find early landmarks like the Monahan Fire Tower and Star Lake settlement.
  52. 1946 Map of Minocqua
    1946 Map of Minocqua
    1946 Minocqua
    1946 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin Northwoods thrive in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape of glacial lakes and bustling rail-connected resort towns. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural institutions like Faulkner Sch, the State Fish Hatchery, and the Evergreen Ch.
  55. 1946 Map of Alvin
    1946 Map of Alvin
    1946 Alvin
    1946 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Wisconsin’s timberlands are shown here in the late 1930s as federal forestry and recreation infrastructure began to reshape the woods. Trace the locations of early CCC Camps, fire lookouts like the Jones Dam Fire Tower, and recreational sites such as Griswolds Camp on Butternut Lake.
  58. 1946 Map of Lac Du Flambeau
    1946 Map of Lac Du Flambeau
    1946 Lac Du Flambeau
    1946 Print · USGS
    Oneida and Vilas counties are seen here in the mid-1940s, a time when the lake country was defined by timber management and rail access. Genealogists can locate the Marlands Sch and Lac du Flambeau Sta along the Chicago and Northwestern line.
  61. 1946 Map of Trout Lake
    1946 Map of Trout Lake
    1946 Trout Lake
    1946 Print · USGS
    Vilas County and the Michigan border are captured here during the late 1930s, showcasing a landscape of dense lakes and early forest management. Local historians can trace the development of Boulder Junction, the presence of a CCC Camp, and the historic State Forest Headquarters.
  64. 1949 Map of Trout Lake
    1949 Map of Trout Lake
    1949 Trout Lake
    1949 Print · USGS
    The Vilas County lake country is captured here during the post-war years, showcasing a dense network of waterways and early conservation sites. Researchers can locate the CCC Camp, the settlement of Boulder Junction, and the Boulder Fire Tower.
  67. 1949 Map of Minocqua
    1949 Map of Minocqua
    1949 Minocqua
    1949 Print · USGS
    The heart of the Wisconsin Northwoods is captured here at mid-century, defined by a dense tapestry of lakes and early railroad corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named schools and early lakeside settlements like Arbor Vitae, Sayner, and Hazelhurst.
  70. 1950 Map of Pike Lake
    1950 Map of Pike Lake
    1950 Pike Lake
    1950 Print · USGS
    Northern Wisconsin's timber and lake country comes to life in the mid-century, showing a landscape shaped by conservation and seasonal recreation. Local historians can trace the locations of the Riley Creek CCC Camp, Shady Knoll Sch, and numerous family-named landmarks like Patterson Lake.
  73. 1950 Map of Phelps
    1950 Map of Phelps
    1950 Phelps
    1950 Print · USGS
    Vilas County's lake country is captured here during the mid-century, showing the development of Phelps and Land O' Lakes along the state line. Researchers can trace the Chicago and Northwestern rail line and locate the Augustus Adolphus Ch or the C C C Camp near Afterglow Lake.
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