Where is Belvidere, Illinois

Belvidere is a city in northern Illinois and serves as the county seat of Boone County. Located along the Kishwaukee River, it is about 14 miles east of Rockford and approximately 70 miles northwest of Chicago. Belvidere is known for its manufacturing heritage, historic downtown, riverfront parks, and its role as an important commercial center in northern Illinois.

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About Map: The map shows the location of Belvidere in Boone County, in the U.S. state of Illinois.

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Where is Belvidere Located?

Belvidere is a city located in Boone County, Illinois, the United States. The city lies along the Kishwaukee River in northern Illinois near Interstate 90, approximately 14 miles (23 km) east of Rockford, 38 miles (61 km) south of Janesville, Wisconsin, and about 70 miles (113 km) northwest of downtown Chicago. Belvidere is located at 42.2639° North latitude and 88.8443° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 25,339. Belvidere covers approximately 12.35 square miles (31.99 sq km). The city is recognized for its historic courthouse square, industrial economy, annual Boone County Fair, and attractive riverfront setting.

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Distance from Belvidere, IL to Nearby Cities

• Rockford, IL – 14 miles (23 km)
• Loves Park, IL – 11 miles (18 km)
• Machesney Park, IL – 13 miles (21 km)
• Harvard, IL – 18 miles (29 km)
• Woodstock, IL – 24 miles (39 km)
• Freeport, IL – 42 miles (68 km)
• DeKalb, IL – 30 miles (48 km)
• Sycamore, IL – 32 miles (52 km)
• Crystal Lake, IL – 34 miles (55 km)
• Janesville, WI – 38 miles (61 km)
• Elgin, IL – 49 miles (79 km)
• McHenry, IL – 33 miles (53 km)
• Beloit, WI – 23 miles (37 km)
• Aurora, IL – 58 miles (93 km)
• Madison, WI – 79 miles (127 km)
• Chicago, IL – 70 miles (113 km)
• Milwaukee, WI – 83 miles (134 km)
• Peoria, IL – 118 miles (190 km)
• Springfield, IL – 180 miles (290 km)
• Davenport, IA – 92 miles (148 km)

Top Attractions in Belvidere

• Boone County Museum of History
• Boone County Fairgrounds
• Spencer Park
• Baltic Mill
• Kishwaukee River Recreation Area
• Doty Park
• Belvidere Park District
• Summerfield Farm and Zoo
• Historic Downtown Belvidere
• Edwards Apple Orchard (nearby)

Airports Near Belvidere

• Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) – 20 miles (32 km)
• Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport (JVL) – 39 miles (63 km)
• Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) – 64 miles (103 km)
• O'Hare International Airport (ORD) – 69 miles (111 km)
• Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) – 81 miles (130 km)

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Belvidere Website.

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