2024 Map of Forreston North

About this map

The Leaf River winds through this agricultural borderland between Stephenson and Ogle counties, defining a landscape of rolling terrain and rural settlements. Centered on the village of Baileyville and the northern edge of Forreston, the area is characterized by family-named landmarks and long-established cemeteries that offer significant value for genealogical research. Prominent features like Cranes Grove Cem, White Oak Cem, and the North Grove Zion Reformed Cem reflect the 19th-century settlement patterns of this farming region. The terrain is punctuated by Hardpan Ridge and the distinctive Coffman Bluff overlooking Coffman Lake, illustrating how the local topography influenced early road placement and property boundaries. On the northern edge, Albertus Airport sits near South Freeport, marking the modern expansion of transportation near the historic Silver Creek drainage.