1900s (20th Century) Maps of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Explore 12 historic maps of Wisconsin Dells from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — 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 Wisconsin Dells's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Wisconsin Dells, WI maps

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  1. 1901 Map of The Dells
    1901 Map of The Dells
    1901 The Dells
    1901 Print · USGS
    Sauk County and the Wisconsin River Dells were already becoming a destination at the turn of the century. Trace the early rail lines and river landmarks like Mirror Lake, Kilbourn, and the distinctive Elephants Back.
    6 unique versions available

  2. 1902 Map of Briggsville
    1902 Map of Briggsville
    1902 Briggsville
    1902 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin River valley at the turn of the century shows a landscape of river-and-rail industry. Trace the early township developments of Lewiston and Douglas, or locate original landmarks like the Levee and Big Spring.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1957 Map of Wisconsin Dells, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Wisconsin Dells, 1959 Print
    1957 Wisconsin Dells
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin River corridor is captured here in the mid-fifties as tourism and rail transport shaped the local economy. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous rural school sites like Jopp Sch and family landmarks such as Louie Bluff or Webster Prairie Cem.

  4. 1957 Map of Madison, 1967 Print
    1957 Map of Madison, 1967 Print
    1957 Madison
    1967 Print · USGS
    South-central Wisconsin in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of industrial hubs and glacial lakes linked by a dense rail and highway network. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of lakeside communities and find notable sites like Badger Ordnance Works and the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1958 Map of Briggsville, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Briggsville, 1959 Print
    1958 Briggsville
    1959 Print · USGS
    The rural landscapes of south-central Wisconsin are captured here in the late fifties, showcasing the crossroads of three counties. You can trace family history through numerous country schools like Stafford Sch and landmarks such as Douglas Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1960 Map of Madison
    1960 Map of Madison
    1960 Madison
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central and Southern Wisconsin are captured in the late fifties, showing the region as its rail-and-river network matured. Trace the paths of the Soo Line RR or locate family roots near Lake Mendota and Horicon National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1975 Map of Wisconsin Dells SE, 1976 Print
    1975 Map of Wisconsin Dells SE, 1976 Print
    1975 Wisconsin Dells SE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin Dells and the Sauk County countryside are documented in the mid-seventies just as the region’s modern footprint was taking shape. You can trace the exact 1975 shoreline of Lake Delton and see the early development of Wisconsin Dells along the Wisconsin River.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1975 Map of Wisconsin Dells NE, 1976 Print
    1975 Map of Wisconsin Dells NE, 1976 Print
    1975 Wisconsin Dells NE
    1976 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of the Dells region are captured in the mid-seventies, showing the vast Wisconsin River corridor and its surrounding agricultural plains. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural landscape near Plainville and study original field patterns and timber stands from this period.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1975 Map of Lewiston, 1978 Print
    1975 Map of Lewiston, 1978 Print
    1975 Lewiston
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin River valley in the mid-1970s shows a landscape of small crossroads settlements and heavy rail infrastructure. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Pecks Corners, the Fairfield Center Sch, and Hillcrest Cem.

  10. 1975 Map of Big Spring, 1978 Print
    1975 Map of Big Spring, 1978 Print
    1975 Big Spring
    1978 Print · USGS
    Settled between Adams and Columbia counties in the mid-1970s, this area shows a mix of rural town halls and lakefront recreation. Genealogists can trace local roots at Davis Corners Ch or explore the early lakeside developments of Jordan Lake and Big Spring.

  11. 1985 Map of Wisconsin Dells
    1985 Map of Wisconsin Dells
    1985 Wisconsin Dells
    1985 Print · USGS
    Central Wisconsin in the mid-eighties was a landscape of intricate river bends, rail junctions, and sprawling marshlands. Researchers can trace historic routes along the Soo Line or locate family landmarks near Lyndon Station, Buffalo Lake, and Puckaway Lake.

  12. 1990 Map of Wisconsin Dells, 1991 Print
    1990 Map of Wisconsin Dells, 1991 Print
    1990 Wisconsin Dells
    1991 Print · USGS
    Central Wisconsin's river valleys and lake country are captured in detail here during the late twentieth century. Researchers can trace the rail-and-water geography connecting Wisconsin Dells and Portage with landmarks like Blackhawk Island and Buffalo Lake.

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