Lake Summerset Illinois Map

About Lake Summerset, Illinois

Lake Summerset is a locality in Winnebago County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,364. The population density is 408.1 people per km². Lake Summerset is located at 42.4545°N, 89.3896°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 61019.

Lake Summerset unfurls across the rolling terrain of Winnebago County, a shimmering expanse of blue embraced by woodlands and gently sloped fields. It lies 17.0 miles south-east of Green, WI (from Green, WI: bearing 135°T), and is situated 9.8 miles north of Pecatonica. The air here, especially in the liminal hours of late afternoon, carries a palpable coolness, a whisper of the vast prairie sky that stretches overhead. Sunlight, softened by a thin veil of high clouds, casts a diffused glow upon the water, highlighting the subtle greens and browns of the surrounding landscape. The shoreline, a mosaic of sandy coves and rocky outcrops, invites a contemplative stillness, a place where the whisper of wind through oak leaves harmonizes with the distant lapping of waves. The story of Lake Summerset is one of transformation, from agricultural roots to a thriving residential and recreational hub. Its development, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century, marked a shift from the quietude of open farmland to the vibrant hum of a planned community designed around the allure of its namesake lake. This transformation drew people seeking refuge from urban sprawl, drawn by the promise of waterside living and the enduring appeal of a strong community spirit. The local economy, once anchored in the cultivation of the rich Illinois soil, now benefits from the influx of residents and visitors who patronize its amenities, from lakeside dining to the array of outdoor activities that define the character of Lake Summerset.

About This Lake Summerset Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lake Summerset, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.454458, -89.389559. 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 Lake Summerset and Winnebago County.

Detailed location data for Lake Summerset includes the ZIP code (61019), telephone area code (847, 224), county seat of Winnebago County (Rockford), and school district assignment (Durand Community Unit School District 322). 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 Lake Summerset is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.