Old Maps of Rock Springs, Wyoming for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 31 historic maps of Rock Springs. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Rock Springs.


Rock Springs, WY maps

(31)
  1. 1908 Map of Rock Springs, 1960 Print
    1908 Map of Rock Springs, 1960 Print
    1908 Rock Springs
    1960 Print · USGS
    Rock Springs and the surrounding coal districts thrive along the Union Pacific corridor in the early 1900s. Researchers can trace the industrial layout of Blairtown, the railroad siding at Baxter, and the paths of Bitter Creek and Sweetwater Creek.

  2. 1910 Map of Rock Springs
    1910 Map of Rock Springs
    1910 Rock Springs
    1910 Print · USGS
    Rock Springs and the surrounding high desert are captured here during a pivotal era of railroad expansion and mining growth. Researchers can trace the early layout of Rock Springs and Blairtown or locate smaller outposts like Gunn and Baxter along the Union Pacific line.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1954 Map of Rock Springs, 1969 Print
    1954 Map of Rock Springs, 1969 Print
    1954 Rock Springs
    1969 Print · USGS
    Southern Wyoming at the peak of the mid-century energy boom is defined by the vital rail corridor and the high desert of the Red Desert Basin. Trace the development of mining towns like Superior and Reliance alongside the Union Pacific RR and historical landmarks like Pilot Butte.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1958 Map of Rock Springs
    1958 Map of Rock Springs
    1958 Rock Springs
    1958 Print · USGS
    The high desert of Sweetwater County comes into focus during the mid-1950s, centered on the rail-and-road corridor through Rock Springs. Genealogists and historians can trace family landholdings and infrastructure at Barnhart Ranch, Little America, and the Union Pacific line.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1961 Map of Pilot Butte, 1964 Print
    1961 Map of Pilot Butte, 1964 Print
    1961 Pilot Butte
    1964 Print · USGS
    Sweetwater County ranching and transit patterns are preserved here during the early sixties. Researchers can trace historic routes like Chiltons Cutoff or locate landmarks such as Fourteenmile Ranch and Pilot Butte.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1961 Map of Kanda, 1964 Print
    1961 Map of Kanda, 1964 Print
    1961 Kanda
    1964 Print · USGS
    Sweetwater County at the start of the sixties reveals the intersection of pioneer history and modern infrastructure. You can trace the Overland Trail as it mirrors the Union Pacific line past the settlement of Kanda and Bitter Creek.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1962 Map of Rock Springs
    1962 Map of Rock Springs
    1962 Rock Springs
    1962 Print · USGS
    The high desert of Sweetwater County in the early 1960s reveals a rugged ranching and energy landscape centered on Rock Springs. Genealogists can trace family holdings like the Erikson-Kent Ranch and Barnhart Ranch alongside the Union Pacific line.

  8. 1968 Map of Rock Springs, 1972 Print
    1968 Map of Rock Springs, 1972 Print
    1968 Rock Springs
    1972 Print · USGS
    Rock Springs and the surrounding Sweetwater County high desert are captured here in the late sixties as the city expanded around its industrial roots. Trace the legacy of the western frontier and energy economy through the Overland Trail, Swanson Mine, and Mountain View Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1968 Map of Reliance, 1972 Print
    1968 Map of Reliance, 1972 Print
    1968 Reliance
    1972 Print · USGS
    Sweetwater County coal country and rail history are well-documented here in the late sixties. Trace the industrial landscape of the Union Pacific through old settlements like Reliance, Winton, and Dines, or follow the winding Killpecker Creek.

  10. 1968 Map of Baxter, 1972 Print
    1968 Map of Baxter, 1972 Print
    1968 Baxter
    1972 Print · USGS
    Sweetwater County during the late sixties serves as a vital corridor for western transit and energy production. Map collectors and historians can trace the historic Overland Trail alongside the Union Pacific rail line and the Rock Springs Airport.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1981 Map of Rock Springs
    1981 Map of Rock Springs
    1981 Rock Springs
    1981 Print · USGS
    Sweetwater County at the start of the 1980s shows a landscape of industrial energy and historic routes. Trace the path of the Emigrant Trail past Little America or explore mining sites like Westvaco Shaft No 1.

  12. 2012 Map of Rock Springs, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Rock Springs, 2012 Print
    2012 Rock Springs
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Arrowhead Springs, Quealy, and other nearby areas

  13. 2012 Map of Pilot Butte, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Pilot Butte, 2012 Print
    2012 Pilot Butte
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including North Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, and other nearby areas

  14. 2012 Map of Baxter, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Baxter, 2012 Print
    2012 Baxter
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Sweetwater County, United States, and other nearby areas

  15. 2012 Map of Reliance, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Reliance, 2012 Print
    2012 Reliance
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Reliance, Stansbury, and other nearby areas

  16. 2012 Map of Kanda, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Kanda, 2012 Print
    2012 Kanda
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Clearview Acres, Purple Sage, and other nearby areas

  17. 2015 Map of Reliance, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Reliance, 2015 Print
    2015 Reliance
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Reliance, Stansbury, and other nearby areas

  18. 2015 Map of Kanda, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Kanda, 2015 Print
    2015 Kanda
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Clearview Acres, Purple Sage, and other nearby areas

  19. 2015 Map of Baxter, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Baxter, 2015 Print
    2015 Baxter
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Sweetwater County, United States, and other nearby areas

  20. 2015 Map of Pilot Butte, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Pilot Butte, 2015 Print
    2015 Pilot Butte
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including North Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, and other nearby areas

  21. 2015 Map of Rock Springs, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Rock Springs, 2015 Print
    2015 Rock Springs
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Arrowhead Springs, Quealy, and other nearby areas

  22. 2017 Map of Reliance, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Reliance, 2017 Print
    2017 Reliance
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Reliance, Stansbury, and other nearby areas

  23. 2017 Map of Baxter, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Baxter, 2017 Print
    2017 Baxter
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Sweetwater County, United States, and other nearby areas

  24. 2018 Map of Kanda, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Kanda, 2018 Print
    2018 Kanda
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including Clearview Acres, Purple Sage, and other nearby areas

  25. 2018 Map of Pilot Butte, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Pilot Butte, 2018 Print
    2018 Pilot Butte
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Rock Springs, including North Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, and other nearby areas

Showing maps 1-25 of 31

Top cities near Rock Springs


Top neighborhoods of Rock Springs


Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Rock Springs?
  • What is the oldest map of Rock Springs?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Rock Springs for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Rock Springs?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Rock Springs?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Rock Springs?
  • Where are historical maps of Rock Springs sourced from?