Fox River Grove Illinois Map

About Fox River Grove, Illinois

Fox River Grove is a locality in McHenry County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,523. The population density is 1014.9 people per km². Fox River Grove is located at 42.2009°N, 88.2145°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 60021.

Fox River Grove lies cradled by the gentle embrace of the Fox River, its waters a constant murmur against the banks, reflecting the broad, open skies of northern Illinois. It lies 4.8 miles east-north-east of Algonquin, IL (from Algonquin, IL: bearing 59°T), and is situated 5.9 miles east-south-east of Crystal Lake. The terrain here is a subtle landscape of rolling hills, softened by decades of cultivation and settlement, where patches of mature oak and maple trees punctuate the fields and residential areas. In the early morning, a thin mist often rises from the river, lending a quiet, ethereal quality to the air, clinging to the low-lying areas before the sun burns it away. The houses, a mix of older, sturdy farmhouses and newer constructions, seem to settle comfortably into the land, their gardens blooming with the vibrant colors of summer and the muted tones of autumn. The history of Fox River Grove is deeply intertwined with the very river that defines it, a waterway that once served as a vital artery for transportation and industry. Early settlers were drawn to its fertile land and abundant water, establishing farms that continue to shape the agricultural character of the surrounding region. While agriculture remains a significant presence, the local economy has diversified, with many residents commuting to larger centers, though the pace of life in Fox River Grove retains a distinctively unhurried feel. The presence of nearby parks and natural preserves, offering trails that wind through woodlands and along the river's edge, draws visitors seeking a connection with the natural world, a reminder of the land's enduring beauty and the quiet persistence of life along the Fox River.

About This Fox River Grove Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fox River Grove, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.200858, -88.214526. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fox River Grove and McHenry County.

Detailed location data for Fox River Grove includes the ZIP code (60021), telephone area code (312, 773), county seat of McHenry County (Woodstock), and school district assignment (Community High School District 155). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fox River Grove is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.