2021 Map of Camp Point

About this map

Camp Point and Golden anchor this section of Adams County, where the agricultural grid is etched into the landscape of western Illinois. The terrain is defined by a dendritic network of streams, including S Fork Bear Cr and Missouri Cr, which break the rectilinear pattern of township roads. This area is notably dense with burial sites, serving as a critical resource for genealogical research. From the York Neck Cem in the north to the Evergreen Cem on the outskirts of Camp Point, these locations preserve the names of early settler families. The town of Golden is particularly distinct, featuring multiple concentrated sites like the Golden Community Cem and Mausoleum and Friedhof Cem. Small tributaries like Figley Br and Curl Cr cut through the sections, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that shaped local farm boundaries and road placements.