Carroll County, County administrative division in northwestern Illinois, United States
Carroll County spans across 466 square miles of land, incorporating multiple townships between the Mississippi River and Rock River valleys.
The county was established in 1839, with Mount Carroll designated as the administrative center and main settlement for government operations.
Throughout the year, residents of Carroll County participate in agricultural fairs, farming exhibitions, and community gatherings at the county fairgrounds.
The county administration building in Mount Carroll handles permits, licenses, and official documents for all residents from Monday through Friday.
The county territory includes sections of Mississippi Palisades State Park, with 2,500 acres of natural limestone formations along the river.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1839
Capital city: Mount Carroll
Shares border with: Stephenson County, Whiteside County, Ogle County, Jackson County, Clinton County, Jo Daviess County
Website: http://VisitCarrollCountyIL.com
GPS coordinates: 42.06000,-89.92000
Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:15
Mississippi Palisades State Park
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Lock and Dam No. 13
26.6 km
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Dale Gardner Veterans Memorial Bridge
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St. Irenaeus Catholic Church
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Mark N. Norris Bridge
30.2 km
Sabula Rail Bridge
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St. Boniface Church
29.9 km
Clinton County Courthouse
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Whiteside County Courthouse
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Mount Carroll Historic District
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Caroline Mark Home
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Cherry Bank
31.5 km
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre
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De Immigrant
29.7 km
Malvern Roller Mill
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Carroll County Courthouse
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Lafayette Lamb House
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Jeremiah Wood House
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John S. Dominy House
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Martin House
29.3 km
Nathaniel Halderman House
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Joseph Steffens House
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Charles Franks House
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Morrison Main Street Historic District
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Sawmill Museum
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Kellogg's Grove
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Morrison Covered Bridge 13-98-B
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