2018 Map of Creal Springs

About this map

Creal Springs and the southern edge of Marion anchor this landscape where the Williamson and Johnson county line divides the terrain. The map traces the varied topography of southern Illinois, moving from the developed streets of New Burnside and Ozark into the protected lands of the Shawnee National Forest. This southern portion is particularly rich in natural landmarks and rural heritage, featuring the Cedar Wonders Arch and Wise Ridge. Numerous small family and community burial grounds, such as Rich Cem, Drake Cem, and Catholic Cem, are scattered across the quadrangle, offering a detailed record of local genealogy and early settlement patterns. Waterways like Sugar Creek and Little Saline River carve through the hills, while the Little Cache Number 1 Reservoir and Lake of Egypt provide significant water features for the region.