Old Maps of Forsyth, Illinois for Hiking & Exploration
Hike through history with 8 historic maps of Forsyth. 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.
- Layer with modern tools: Combine with LiDAR or satellite views to plan hikes through historical terrain.
- Made for exploration: Popular among hikers, overlanders, and local history lovers.
Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of Forsyth.
Forsyth, IL maps
(8)- 1929 Map of Decatur, 1965 Print
1929 Decatur1965 Print · USGSCentral Illinois during the mid-twentieth century reveals a landscape defined by the expansion of Lake Decatur and a busy rail network. Researchers can trace dozens of rural schools like Blue Door Sch and landmarks including Decatur Airport. - 1933 Map of Decatur
1933 Decatur1933 Print · USGSThe rail-and-river hub of Decatur is captured here in the early thirties, showing a landscape defined by industrial growth and rural school districts. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Antioch Ch or dozens of local schoolhouses including Blue Door Sch and Mound Sch.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Decatur, 1971 Print
1958 Decatur1971 Print · USGSCentral Illinois in the mid-twentieth century shows a landscape defined by industrial rail hubs and the creation of large reservoirs. Researchers can trace historic corridors like the Penn Central or locate landmarks such as Lincoln Log Cabin State Park and Lake Springfield.3 unique versions available - 1961 Map of Decatur
1961 Decatur1961 Print · USGSCentral Illinois in the late fifties was a bustling corridor of rail lines and prairie commerce centered on the state capital. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate connections between Springfield, Decatur, and dozens of smaller settlements like Nokomis and Arcola.2 unique versions available - 1967 Map of Forsyth, 1968 Print
1967 Forsyth1968 Print · USGSThe northern reaches of the Decatur area are documented here during a period of steady mid-century growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Forsyth and Larkdale alongside landmarks like Boiling Springs Cem and the County Fairground.2 unique versions available - 1985 Map of Decatur
1985 Decatur1985 Print · USGSCentral Illinois farming and rail hubs thrive in the mid-1980s as Decatur anchors a sprawling network of track and timber. Trace the paths of the Sangamon River and the Illinois Central Gulf RR through old towns like Cerro Gordo and Bement.2 unique versions available - 1998 Map of Forsyth, 2001 Print
1998 Forsyth2001 Print · USGSMacon County at the close of the twentieth century shows the steady northward growth of the Decatur area into traditional prairie farmland. Genealogists and local historians can trace neighborhood developments near Greens Switch and locate schools like Stephen Decatur High Sch. - 2024 Map of Forsyth, 2024 Print
2024 Forsyth2024 Print · USGSThe northern suburbs of Decatur and the rural reaches of Macon County are documented in this recent survey. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Boiling Springs Cem and Garver Cem or trace the development of Forsyth and Larkdale.
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