Old Maps of DeKalb, DeKalb Township for Hiking & Exploration
Hike through history with 10 historic maps of DeKalb. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.
- Rediscover forgotten places: Map out old mining camps, roads, and footpaths that no longer exist on modern maps.
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Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of DeKalb.
DeKalb, DeKalb Township maps
(10)- 1934 Map of De Kalb, 1965 Print
1934 De Kalb1965 Print · USGSDeKalb and its surrounding townships thrive as a major rail and highway hub during the mid-1930s. Researchers can trace dozens of country schoolhouses like Toad Hollow Sch and find family plots at Woodlawn Cem or Fairview Cem. - 1937 Map of De Kalb
1937 De Kalb1937 Print · USGSMid-1930s De Kalb County is captured here as a thriving rail and agricultural hub during the peak of the Lincoln Highway era. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of local school sites like Toad Hollow Sch and old cemeteries including Woodlawn Cem and Calvary Cem.2 unique versions available - 1937 Map of Sycamore
1937 Sycamore1937 Print · USGSDeKalb and Kane counties are captured here in the mid-thirties, showing a landscape defined by prairie agriculture and a bustling rail network. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks and rural institutions like Ohio Grove Cem, East Pierce Ch, and Coltonville Sch.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Aurora, 1969 Print
1958 Aurora1969 Print · USGSNorthern Illinois in the late fifties shows a landscape of powerful river industry and expanding transport corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Aurora and Joliet or locate sites like the Elwood Ordnance Plant and Starved Rock.3 unique versions available - 1961 Map of Aurora
1961 Aurora1961 Print · USGSNorthern Illinois at the height of the post-war era reveals a landscape of massive industrial works and thriving river towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Lincoln Highway or locate long-standing landmarks like the Green River Ordnance Plant and Starved Rock State Park. - 1968 Map of Sycamore, 1970 Print
1968 Sycamore1970 Print · USGSDeKalb and Sycamore are shown during a period of mid-century growth along the Kishwaukee River corridor. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks like Mt Carmel Cem, Bethany Ch, and the Ohio Grove Grange across the prairie.2 unique versions available - 1971 Map of De Kalb, 1973 Print
1971 De Kalb1973 Print · USGSDe Kalb and the surrounding Illinois prairie are captured here during a period of mid-century academic and civic growth. Researchers can trace the development of Northern Illinois University or locate family roots at Malta Cem and the Open Bible Ch.2 unique versions available - 1985 Map of Aurora, 1989 Print
1985 Aurora1989 Print · USGSNortheastern Illinois is captured in the mid-1980s as suburban growth began to bridge the gap between the Fox River cities and the outer prairies. Researchers can trace the development of Naperville and Aurora or locate rural landmarks like Fairview Cem and the Illinois and Michigan Canal. - 2024 Map of DeKalb, 2024 Print
2024 DeKalb2024 Print · USGSDeKalb and the surrounding prairie lands are captured in the early twenty-first century, centered on the expansive Northern Illinois University campus. Researchers can trace local heritage through sites like Malta Cem, Uncle Chuck's Airport, and the South Branch Kishwaukee River. - 2024 Map of Sycamore, 2024 Print
2024 Sycamore2024 Print · USGSDeKalb and Sycamore are shown in detail during their modern era of growth and connectivity. Researchers can trace land use through numerous cemeteries like Elmwood Cem or locate regional hubs such as the De Kalb Taylor Municipal Airport.
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