Old Maps of Nelson Township, Illinois for Hiking & Exploration
Hike through history with 18 historic maps of Nelson Township. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.
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Nelson Township, IL maps
(18)- 1930 Map of Woodsung
1930 Woodsung1930 Print · USGSNorthern Illinois at the dawn of the 1930s shows a landscape of tight-knit farming townships linked by the Lincoln Highway. Genealogists and local historians can trace schoolhouse locations like Stone Sch and Gap Grove Sch, or locate family sites near the Prairieville Cem. - 1946 Map of Sterling, 1969 Print
1946 Sterling1969 Print · USGSThe Rock River corridor in the mid-1940s is captured here, showing the industrial heart of the region alongside its deep agricultural roots. Researchers can find dozens of country schools and cemeteries, including Buffalo Grove Sch, Zion Cem, and Oak Knoll Mem Park Cem. - 1948 Map of Sterling
1948 Sterling1948 Print · USGSMid-century Sterling and Rock Falls are captured here during a time of robust rail and river activity. Genealogists can trace family roots through dozens of rural landmarks, including the Prairieville settlement, West Science Ridge Ch, and Hitt Cem.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. - 1983 Map of Sterling, 1984 Print
1983 Sterling1984 Print · USGSSterling and Rock Falls are shown here at the Rock River in the early eighties, joined by a network of bridges and railroads. Researchers can trace neighborhood growth through local landmarks like Newman Central High Sch, the Indian Mounds Historic Site, and Oak Knoll Cem.2 unique versions available - 1983 Map of Dixon West, 1984 Print
1983 Dixon West1984 Print · USGSDixon and its western environs are shown in the early 1980s as the regional rail and river network continued to shape Lee County. Researchers can trace family sites at Nelson Cem and Rock Ridge Cem or follow the path of the Hennepin Canal. - 1985 Map of Dixon
1985 Dixon1985 Print · USGSNorth-central Illinois in the mid-eighties was a land of river cities and expansive prairies defined by rail lines and private airfields. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Oakwood Cem, the Sword Landing Strip, and Sauk Valley College while tracing the C & N W railroad.2 unique versions available - 2012 Map of Sterling, 2012 Print
2012 Sterling2012 Print · USGSSterling and Rock Falls are captured in detail here during the early twenty-first century as they straddle the Rock River. Local historians can trace neighborhood developments in Grimes Addition and locate several burial sites including Riverside Cem and Oak Knoll Cem. - 2012 Map of Dixon West, 2012 Print
2012 Dixon West2012 Print · USGSThe Rock River valley south of Dixon comes alive in this 2012 survey, showing the mix of education, recreation, and rural life in Lee County. Researchers can locate the Sauk Valley Community College campus, the Midway Drive-In, and several burial sites like Nelson Cem. - 2015 Map of Dixon West, 2015 Print
2015 Dixon West2015 Print · USGSLee County life centers on the Rock River valley in the mid-2010s, showing a blend of academic campuses and quiet riverside hamlets. Local historians can trace family ties through Sugar Grove Cem or locate the rural communities of Palmyra and Nelson. - 2015 Map of Sterling, 2015 Print
2015 Sterling2015 Print · USGSThe twin cities of Sterling and Rock Falls appear in clear detail during the mid-2010s, bisected by the Rock River. Local historians can trace established neighborhoods like Grimes Addition and locate several cemeteries including Odd Fellows Cem and Riverside Cem. - 2018 Map of Dixon West, 2018 Print
2018 Dixon West2018 Print · USGSThe Rock River valley west of Dixon comes into focus in this recent survey of Lee County. Researchers can trace local heritage through the many rural burial sites like Sugar Grove Cem or locate landmarks like Sauk Valley Community College and Nelson. - 2018 Map of Sterling, 2018 Print
2018 Sterling2018 Print · USGSSterling and Rock Falls are captured in detail during the late 2010s as they span the Rock River. Local historians can trace established neighborhoods and rural landmarks like the Science Ridge Mennonite Cem and Odd Fellows Cem. - 2021 Map of Dixon West, 2021 Print
2021 Dixon West2021 Print · USGSLee County's river-driven landscape is captured here in the 2020s, centered on the Rock River corridor west of Dixon. Researchers can trace local history through several established burial grounds like Nelson Cem and Palmyra Cem, or locate the Sauk Valley Community College campus. - 2021 Map of Sterling, 2021 Print
2021 Sterling2021 Print · USGSSterling and Rock Falls are mapped here at the start of the 2020s, showing the modern footprint of these riverfront cities. Researchers can trace numerous local burial grounds including Oak Knoll Cem and the Odd Fellows Cem or explore the drainage of Elkhorn Creek. - 2024 Map of Dixon West, 2024 Print
2024 Dixon West2024 Print · USGSThe Rock River valley south of Dixon comes into focus in this contemporary survey of Lee County. Genealogists and local historians can trace the grounds of Palmyra Cem, the village of Nelson, and the campus of Sauk Valley Community College. - 2024 Map of Sterling, 2024 Print
2024 Sterling2024 Print · USGSSterling and Rock Falls straddle the Rock River in this recent survey of the Whiteside County industrial corridor. Genealogists and local historians can map out numerous burial grounds including Riverside Cem and Science Ridge Mennonite Cem, or trace the development of the Yeoward Addition.
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