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Smiths Station Alabama Map

Explore Smiths Station, Alabama, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Smiths Station, Alabama

How to Use This Smiths Station, Alabama Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Smiths Station, Alabama. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Alabama or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Smiths Station.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Smiths Station
State	Alabama (AL)
County	Lee County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	32.507159
Longitude	-85.081075
Population	5,384
Density	252.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	36877
Area Code	251
County Seat	Opelika
School District	Lee County School District

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About Smiths Station, Alabama

Smiths Station is a locality in Lee County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,384. The population density is 252.3 people per km². Smiths Station is located at 32.5072°N, 85.0811°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Smiths Station is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 36877.

Smiths Station occupies a quiet expanse of inland territory defined by the steady, unhurried flow of Rock Creek. It lies 7.4 miles northwest of Phenix City, AL (from Phenix City, AL: bearing 310°T), and is situated 8.5 miles northwest of Columbus. The landscape stretches across a terrain of red-clay soil and dense woodlands, where the quality of light at dusk softens the sharp edges of the horizon. Residents often look toward the distant silhouette of Flint Ridge, which rises as a permanent, hazy sentinel against the sky. A short distance away, the waters of Lake Thel provide a stillness that contrasts with the modest elevation changes of the surrounding topography. The atmosphere here carries the weight of inland humidity, sustaining the longleaf pines that stand as silent observers to the passage of time.

Smiths Station evolved from a modest rail stop into a distinct center of regional life, rooted in the agrarian traditions of the surrounding acreage. The local economy has transitioned from its early reliance on rural trade to a modern blend of service-oriented industries and professional small businesses. Families have long sustained the area through a mix of agriculture and commerce, creating a stable foundation that persists through decades of change. The rhythm of daily life is dictated not by the frantic pace of larger hubs, but by the steady operation of local enterprises and schools that serve the population. This industrious spirit remains evident in the way Smiths Station manages its growth, balancing new development with the enduring necessity of its foundational industries.

Cultural identity in Smiths Station finds its clearest expression in the shared gatherings held at the Smiths Station Sports Complex, where the community congregates throughout the year. The proximity to Great Falls offers a natural focal point for those who appreciate the raw, kinetic energy of falling water set against the quietude of the woods. Local events often highlight a deep connection to the regional heritage, emphasizing a collective memory that values neighborly support and civic participation. While the area does not claim a roster of globally famous figures, the people who call Smiths Station home contribute to a culture defined by resilience and a grounded sense of belonging. The absence of ostentatious landmarks allows the genuine character of the place to emerge through its quiet, well-maintained public spaces and the everyday actions of its residents.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Smiths Station Sports Complex (Local Park) — 2.0 mi, 287° W
Lakewood Park (Local Park) — 2.2 mi, 087° E
State-owned Submerged Lands (Resource Management Area) — 4.0 mi, 034° NE
Standing Boy Creek State Park (State Park) — 4.6 mi, 030° NE
Lake Oliver Marina (Local Recreation) — 5.0 mi, 081° E
Walter F. George Lake (Recreation Area) — 5.5 mi, 118° SE
Home (Historic Castle / Fort) — 6.0 mi, 268° W
Springer Opera House (Theatre) — 6.0 mi, 119° SE
Golden Park (Stadium) — 6.4 mi, 126° SE
Bradley Museum (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 114° SE
A. J. McClung Memorial Stadium (Stadium) — 6.8 mi, 124° SE
National Civil War Naval Museum (Museum) — 7.2 mi, 125° SE
Radcliff School (Monument) — 8.2 mi, 115° SE
Greenspace Program Acquisition (Local Recreation) — 9.8 mi, 087° E
Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 11.0 mi, 139° SE
Giant Screen Theater at the National Infantry Museum (Cinema) — 11.0 mi, 138° SE
Half-Track (Attraction) — 11.1 mi, 138° SE
1832 Census of the Creek Nation (Monument) — 11.8 mi, 163° S
Ranger Memorial Foundation (Monument) — 12.7 mi, 148° SE
Lee County Public Fishing Lake (State Recreation Area) — 13.6 mi, 282° W
Blanton Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 16.2 mi, 353° N
U.S. Army Armor & Cavalry Collection (Museum) — 16.7 mi, 123° SE
Opelika Community Theatre (Theatre) — 18.6 mi, 302° NW
Tintinnabular (Public Artwork) — 19.9 mi, 299° NW
Founders' Oak (Attraction) — 24.2 mi, 285° W
Civil War Cannon Lathe (Attraction) — 24.3 mi, 286° W
University Seal (Attraction) — 24.3 mi, 286° W
F. D. Roosevelt State Park (State Park) — 24.7 mi, 032° NE
Tuskegee National Forest (National Forest) — 27.8 mi, 267° W · 11k acres
Talladega National Forest (National Forest) — 73.5 mi, 324° NW · 395k acres

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