Rock County Map, Wisconsin
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Rock County, Wisconsin
Rock County sits on Wisconsin’s southern border with Illinois. Janesville and Beloit are the biggest cities, each with their own vibe. The Rock River flows through the county, giving plenty of spots for fishing and boating.
You’ll find a mix of industry and agriculture here. Beloit College is a private liberal arts college you can find here. The county has some cool parks, like Beckman Mill County Park with its restored gristmill.
Rock County’s been hit hard by factory closures, but it’s working on reinventing itself. There’s several museums and historic sites. The Rotary Botanical Gardens in Janesville are worth a visit. Winters can be tough, but summers are perfect for outdoor festivals and farmers markets.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Rock County |
| County Seat | Janesville |
| Population | Approximately 167,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Janesville, Beloit, Milton, Evansville, Edgerton |
| Interstates and Highways | I-39, I-90, US-51, WI-11 |
| FIPS Code | 55-105 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 726 sq mi (Land: 718 sq mi; Water: 8 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Green County (West), Dane County (North), Jefferson County (Northeast), Walworth County (East), Boone County, Illinois (South), Winnebago County, Illinois (South) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Wisconsin |
| Coordinates | 42.6664° N, 89.0711° W |
| Etymology | Named after Rock River, which flows through the county |
| Major Landmarks | Lincoln-Tallman House, Rotary Botanical Gardens, Beloit College |
| Website | Rock County Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Rock County Road Map
Interstate 39 runs north-south and connects both major cities in the county. Then, there’s also I-43 which takes a turn east from Beloit. Our zoom tool lets you see the whole highway system in detail below.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Rock County Satellite Map
Urban areas like Janesville and Beloit show up as dense gray clusters. The Rock River winds through both, clearly visible from above. Fields take over quickly outside the cities, stretching in long green and brown patches to the horizon.
OUTLINE MAP
Rock County Blank Map
Rock County is shaped like an imperfect rectangle. Situated at the bottom of Wisconsin, its southern edge forms part of Wisconsin’s border with Illinois.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 6 neighboring counties of Rock County:
Wisconsin County Map
Forget the beer and cheese stereotypes. Wisconsin’s 72 counties have more going on than tailgates and taverns. Some hug Great Lakes shorelines, others stretch through dairy farms, forests, or rolling bluffs.