2018 Map of Arlington Heights

About this map

Arlington Heights and its neighboring Cook County suburbs appear here in their modern residential and commercial density, characterized by a complex grid of thoroughfares and active rail lines. The landscape is defined by its transit-oriented development, with the Metra line cutting through the heart of Mount Prospect and Des Plaines. Significant open space is preserved in the form of extensive cemeteries and local water features, such as the Des Plaines River and the engineered basins of Big Bend Lake and Lake Opeka. A distinct industrial and aviation footprint is visible at the Chicago Executive Airport in the north and the periphery of Chicago O'Hare International Airport to the south. Local heritage is grounded in sites like the Wheeling Township Arlington Heights Cem and institutional landmarks like the Oakton Community College - Des Plaines Campus, illustrating the long-term evolution from prairie township to integrated metropolitan hub.