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2019 Map of Hovland

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Hovland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Hovland anchors this stretch of the North Shore, where the terrain rises steeply from the waters of Lake Superior. The settlement is situated along Chicago Bay, a prominent coastal indentation that provided essential shelter for early maritime commerce and fishing. Just inland, the Old Settlers Cem serves as a genealogical touchstone for the families who first established roots in this wooded landscape. The shoreline is defined by a series of rocky coves and points, including Horseshoe Bay and Big Bay, each carved into the volcanic bedrock typical of the region.

Drainage systems like the Flute Reed River and Carlsons Cr cut through the high ridges, following the natural tilt of the land toward the great lake. Local transportation relies on a network of routes such as Chicago Bay Rd and North Rd, which connect the coastal hamlet to the rugged interior and the local Po. The map illustrates a community shaped by its proximity to the water and the timbered heights of East Cook County.