2020 Map of Simcoe

About this map

Simcoe serves as the primary focal point of this McHenry County prairie landscape, appearing as a modest junction where the rail line once influenced local development. To the east, the Stenkjaer Lutheran Cem stands as a significant genealogical marker, documenting the heritage of the Scandinavian settlers who farmed these plains. The terrain is defined by the unique glacial topography of the region, featuring prominent rises like Mikes Peak and the Henderson Hills. This environment is characterized by a high density of small wetlands and ephemeral water bodies, including Oslie Lake, Carvers Lake, and Nead Lake. The rectilinear grid of section-line roads, such as 57th St N and 50th St N, underscores the systematic division of the land for agriculture, while the winding path of River Dr N in the southeast corner indicates the influence of natural drainage on local transit.