Ogle County Travel Guide

Illinois

John Deere would move here in 1836, build a house and a blacksmith shop. In 1837 he would make a ‘new improved’ plow out of steel that was shaped in such a way that the sticky black earth didn’t stick to it. His plow would eventually become so popular that he quit working as a blacksmith and instead dedicated all his time to making plows. In 1848 he would move his entire operation to Moline, Illinois, which is still the headquarters of the John Deere Company. John Deere would die in 1862 and would never see a motorized tractor which is what his company is known for. Our docent explained to us that most people have no idea that John Deere was a real person or that the company started with a plow!!
John Deere would move here in 1836, build a house and a blacksmith shop. In 1837 he would make a ‘new improved’ plow out of steel that was shaped in such a way that the sticky black earth didn’t stick to it. His plow would eventually become so popular that he quit working as a blacksmith and instead dedicated all his time to making plows. In 1848 he would move his entire operation to Moline, Illinois, which is still the headquarters of the John Deere Company. John Deere would die in 1862 and would never see a motorized tractor which is what his company is known for. Our docent explained to us that most people have no idea that John Deere was a real person or that the company started with a plow!!
Rockford which includes general coastal views and a city
Ogle County
This is one of the bridge footings at White Pines Forest State Park. This is a really interesting park in which you actually have to drive through the creeks in two different spots to tour the area. Great hiking and camping at this state park with plenty of wildlife to view.

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Orland Park Train Station at the intersection of 143rd Street and Southwest Highway in suburban Orland Park, Illinois
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Known for Business, Culture and Countryside
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Viewing platform overlooking Castle Rock state park, Illinois, USA.
Oregon
Known for Rivers, Dining and Relaxing
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The Black Hawk Statue towering high above the Rock River at Lowden State Park in northern Illinois
Byron
Venture to Lowden State Park and Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Gardens—just two of the sights around Byron.
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This is one of the bridge footings at White Pines Forest State Park. This is a really interesting park in which you actually have to drive through the creeks in two different spots to tour the area. Great hiking and camping at this state park with plenty of wildlife to view.
Mount Morris
Known for Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the parks in Mount Morris.
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Davis Junction
Davis Junction
Venture to sights like Kilbuck Bluffs County Forest Preserve as you discover the local area in Davis Junction.
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Polo
Polo
Venture to White Pines Forest State Park and Dixon Historic Center—just two of the sights around Polo.
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