SCENIC ROADS

Ever drive around McHenry County and spot one of those funny little brown signs with the old car? You were driving on one of our official "Scenic Roads"! 

We have a total of eight designated Scenic Roads. They are...

• Plum Tree Road - 1.5 miles. Villages of Barrington Hills and Fox River Grove
• Mason Hill Road - 4 miles. Villages of Bull Valley and Woodstock
• North River Road - 1.5 miles. Village of Algonquin
• River Road - 7.5 miles. Marengo and Seneca Townships
• Pioneer Road - 4 miles. McHenry and Richmond Townships
• Indian Trail - .9 miles. Village of Lake in the Hills
• Hillside Ave - 3.5 miles. City of Crystal Lake, Dorr and Nunda Townships
• Fleming Road- 2.5 miles. Village of Bull Valley, Dorr and Greenwood Townships
• Greenwood Road- 4.42 miles. Village of Greenwood, Greenwood Township 

• Check them out on Google Maps! Webmaster note: Google Maps has changed its editing capabilities and we are not presently able to update the map to show our newest Scenic Roads, such as Greenwood Road. My apologies for this until I am able to figure out the new editor.

   McHenry County is a picturesque landscape of expansive vistas, fertile farmlands, ancient oak groves, historic homes, and winding waterways. Roadside land is often the first and most visible land to be converted to residential or commercial uses. McHenry County has taken the lead in establishing the Scenic Streets and Roads Program to recognize roads, corridors, and the surrounding features that create their character. The program distinguishes rural roads and vistas for future generations and applies to all roads located in McHenry County, including city streets, residential streets, and rural roads. The Scenic Streets and Roads Program promotes:

  • A Sense Of Place - by recognizing community identity and quality of life.
  • Resource Preservation - by identifying significant scenic, natural, and historic resources that are often located within road corridors.
  • Economic Development - by generating tourist revenue through the promotion of scenic streets and roads.
  • Recreation - by providing enjoyment for those who appreciate walking, biking, or a country drive for pleasure.

   Do you know of (or live on) a beautiful road in the County that might merit a special recognition? Fill out an Application and send it to us. We are always looking for that next great country road to get away on a Sunday afternoon!