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Sierra Vista Arizona Map

Explore Sierra Vista, Arizona, 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 Sierra Vista, Arizona

How to Use This Sierra Vista, Arizona Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Sierra Vista, Arizona. 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 Arizona 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 Sierra Vista.

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	Sierra Vista
State	Arizona (AZ)
County	Cochise County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix)

Latitude	31.56541
Longitude	-110.314508
Population	45,308
Density	114.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	85635, 85650, 85636, 85671
Area Code	520
County Seat	Bisbee
School District	Fort Huachuca Accommodation District

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About Sierra Vista, Arizona

Sierra Vista is a locality in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. It has a population of 45,308. The population density is 114.9 people per km². Sierra Vista is located at 31.5654°N, 110.3145°W. It observes the Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) timezone. Sierra Vista is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 85635, 85650, 85636.

Sierra Vista occupies a broad, high-desert plateau where the light at dusk turns the dusty grasses into a landscape of burnished copper and gold. It lies 2.3 miles east of Fort Huachuca, AZ (from Fort Huachuca, AZ: bearing 87°T), and is situated 8.7 miles northwest of Sierra Vista Southeast. The terrain slopes gently toward the rugged silhouette of Garden Ridge, which looms over the southern horizon like a sentinel. Nearby, the water of Soldier Creek carves a quiet path through the arid earth, providing a vital, if modest, artery for the local flora. Residents often find respite in the Forrest Doerner Linear Park, a green ribbon that invites a slow pace against the backdrop of an expansive, cloud-swept sky. Beyond the immediate reach of the town, the terrain descends into the quiet depths of Rock Spring Canyon, where the silence is as profound as the vast, open horizon.

Sierra Vista emerged from the desert floor as a product of mid-century expansion, gaining its primary identity through the long-standing presence of the nearby military installation. This deep connection to defense and intelligence sectors remains the bedrock of the local economy, drawing a diverse population of service members, retirees, and civilian contractors. The rhythm of daily life here often aligns with the structured precision of the base, yet the town maintains a distinct character shaped by the resilience required to thrive in a semi-arid climate. While large-scale industry is limited, the commercial centers are sustained by the needs of those who live and work in this high-altitude basin. Commerce in Sierra Vista reflects a steady, industrious nature, mirrored by the persistent growth of local businesses that cater to a transient yet dedicated populace.

Cultural life in Sierra Vista is defined by a deep appreciation for the natural world and the quietude of the high desert. The community gathers for seasonal festivals and local events that celebrate the unique intersection of military heritage and Southwestern traditions. Those seeking the rugged beauty of the terrain often congregate at the Brown Trailhead, where the elevation offers a clearer perspective on the vast, dry plains. While the region is not defined by the presence of globally famous icons, it has been home to individuals of quiet distinction who contributed to the fields of aerospace and regional history. The atmosphere remains one of understated patience, where the quality of the air and the clarity of the stars provide a sense of place that requires no grand landmarks to justify its existence.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Soldier's Creek Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 105° E
Cyr Center Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 079° E
State Trust Land (State Resource Management Area) — 1.7 mi, 126° SE
Woodcutter's Canyon Linear Park (State Park) — 1.9 mi, 127° SE
Sierra Vista Recreation Center (Local Recreation) — 2.4 mi, 090° E
Veterans Memorial Park (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 103° E
The Buffalo Soldier (Public Artwork) — 2.8 mi, 255° W
Sergeant William Alchesay, Indian Scout (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 255° W
Expansion (Local Recreation) — 3.1 mi, 093° E
Cinemark 10 (Cinema) — 4.0 mi, 128° SE
Huachuca Art Association (Gallery) — 4.1 mi, 120° SE
Coronado National Forest (National Forest) — 5.6 mi, 166° S · 1.7M acres
Miller Peak Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 7.1 mi, 185° S · 20k acres
Robert T. Smith (Monument) — 7.2 mi, 200° S
San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (National Conservation Area) — 7.5 mi, 080° E · 58k acres
Murray Springs Clovis Site (Historic Ruins) — 8.0 mi, 087° E
Garden Canyon Pictograph Site (Historic Ruins) — 8.1 mi, 203° SW
Arizona National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 9.2 mi, 206° SW · 415 acres
Carr Canyon Waterfall (Viewpoint) — 9.2 mi, 169° S
Empire-Cienega Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 10.5 mi, 323° NW
Brunckow's Cabin (Attraction) — 10.5 mi, 061° NE
Las Cienegas National Conservation Area (National Conservation Area) — 10.8 mi, 275° W · 49k acres
Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 12.9 mi, 160° S
Old Tombstone Western Theme Park (Attraction) — 17.7 mi, 055° NE
Gunfighter Hall of Fame (Attraction) — 17.7 mi, 055° NE
The Saloon Theatre (Theatre) — 17.7 mi, 055° NE
Wyatt Earp Village (Attraction) — 17.7 mi, 054° NE
Rose Tree Museum (Museum) — 17.7 mi, 055° NE
O.K. Corral (Museum) — 17.8 mi, 055° NE
Unapologetically ENOUGH Boudoir (Gallery) — 17.8 mi, 054° NE

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