2016 Map of Rising Sun

About this map

Rising Sun serves as a primary hub within this borderland landscape, where the Maryland-Pennsylvania line divides Cecil, Lancaster, and Chester counties. The area is defined by a series of small, interconnected settlements including Harrisville, Colora, and Farmington, many of which grew around early crossroads and water power sites. Along the northern reaches of Octoraro Creek, the map shows Lees Mill, signifying the area's milling history, while the historic West Nottingham Meetinghouse and several burial grounds like Mount Pleasant Cemetery and Ebenezer Cemetery point to long-established community roots. The terrain transitions from the elevations of Goat Hill to the winding drainage basins of Basin Run, Nesbitt Run, and Love Run, illustrating a landscape deeply shaped by its waterways and agricultural tradition.