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The Galena Territory, Illinois
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The Galena Territory, Illinois is located in Illinois
The Galena Territory, Illinois
The Galena Territory, Illinois
Location in Illinois
The Galena Territory, Illinois is located in the United States
The Galena Territory, Illinois
The Galena Territory, Illinois
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Illinois
County Jo Daviess
Incorporated July 26, 1973
Area
 • Total 11.35 sq mi (29.41 km2)
 • Land 11.01 sq mi (28.52 km2)
 • Water 0.34 sq mi (0.89 km2)
Elevation
899 ft (274 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 1,500
 • Estimate 
(2024)
1,750
 • Density 136.23/sq mi (52.60/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
61036
Area code(s) 815 779
GNIS feature ID 2583443

The Galena Territory is a special area in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. It is called a census-designated place because it's a community that looks like a town but isn't officially a city. In 2020, about 1,500 people lived here. This was more than the 1,058 people counted in 2010. The Galena Territory officially became a community on July 26, 1973.

This community is a private area covering about 6,800 acres (27.5 square kilometers). It is located a few miles southeast of the town of Galena. A group called a homeowners association manages the Territory. This group has set aside 1,500 acres (6.1 square kilometers) of land for fun activities and to protect nature. The rest of the area has homes spread out and a place called Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa. In 2017, there were over 4,000 property owners. About 550 homes were lived in all year, and over 1,600 were vacation homes.

Population Facts

Historical population
Census Pop.
2010 1,058
2020 1,500 41.8%
2024 (est.) 1,750 65.4%
U.S. Decennial Census

This table shows how the number of people living in The Galena Territory has changed over time. You can see that the population has grown steadily.

Fun Things to Do

The Galena Territory has many cool places for people who own property there and their guests. There is a special club for owners with lots of fun things to do.

Recreation Center

The recreation center has a fitness room, a cafe, and three swimming pools. You can also play tennis or basketball on the courts. There is a playground for younger kids too.

Nature Trails and Green Spaces

The Galena Territory has saved about 1,500 acres (6.1 square kilometers) of green space. This area has over 40 miles (64 kilometers) of trails for hiking. Some trails lead to the Belden School, a one-room schoolhouse built in 1859. These natural areas will stay undeveloped to protect the environment.

Horseback Riding

If you love horses, there is a riding center. You can go horseback riding on trails or take lessons to learn how to ride.

Lake Galena and Boating

Lake Galena is a lake made by people inside the Galena Territory. It is a great spot for boating and fishing. The Galena Territory Association manages the lake and the marina, which is a place where boats can dock.

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa

Eagle Ridge Resort
Eagle Ridge Resort

The Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is a big resort located by Lake Galena. It has 80 rooms in its main building and over 300 private villas. The resort is famous for its golf courses, with 63 holes in total. One of its courses, "The General," was ranked among the top public golf courses in America by Golf Digest magazine.

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