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McDonough Georgia Map

Explore McDonough, Georgia, 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 McDonough, Georgia

How to Use This McDonough, Georgia Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for McDonough, Georgia. 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 Georgia 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 McDonough.

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	McDonough
State	Georgia (GA)
County	Henry County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	33.437787
Longitude	-84.155282
Population	29,051
Density	872.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	30253, 30252
Area Code	404, 470, 678
County Seat	McDonough
School District	Henry County School District

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About McDonough, Georgia

McDonough is a locality in Henry County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of 29,051. The population density is 872.8 people per km². McDonough is located at 33.4378°N, 84.1553°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. McDonough is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 30253, 30252.

McDonough maintains a character defined by the quiet persistence of the red-clay piedmont, where the earth holds the heat of the afternoon long after the sun dips below the horizon. It lies 7.3 miles north-northwest of Locust Grove, GA (from Locust Grove, GA: bearing 343°T), and is situated 8.4 miles southeast of Stockbridge. The landscape unfolds in gentle slopes and dense woodland, providing a sanctuary for the longleaf pine that stands watch over the local terrain. Within the immediate vicinity, Big Spring Park offers a verdant space for residents to observe the shifting light as it filters through the canopy. The waters of Kalves Creek wind through the landscape just one mile away, shaping the moisture of the soil, while the quiet surface of McGarity Lake rests a single mile from the center of activity. Far to the northwest, the distant silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains occasionally marks the edge of the sky, serving as a reminder of the vast, inland geography that stretches away from the nearest coastline.

McDonough traces its origins to the early settlement patterns of the region, where the promise of fertile soil and crossroads trade first drew pioneers to the area. Over the generations, the local economy shifted from agrarian roots—where the scent of ripening peaches and pecans defined the seasonal cycle—to a more diverse industrial and commercial landscape. Today, the infrastructure of McDonough supports a robust network of logistics and distribution, benefiting from its position as a hub for regional transit. The architecture of the older districts reflects a legacy of resilience, with structures that have witnessed the slow, steady transformation of the local economy from small-scale farming to modern commerce. This evolution continues to shape the daily rhythm of the streets, balancing the demand for growth with the preservation of a distinct, inland heritage.

McDonough fosters a cultural identity that centers on the historic courthouse square, a gathering place that anchors the social life of the residents. Annual events and festivals bring the community together, animating the public spaces with the sounds of local musicians and the bustle of neighbors meeting under the oaks. The town has served as a home to individuals who have achieved national recognition, such as the accomplished actor Lucas Black, whose presence in the public consciousness reflects the creative spirit found in the region. Beyond the square, the influence of Atlanta as a modern Southern metropolis provides a steady pulse of innovation that resonates through the local professional and artistic spheres. Life in McDonough moves with a deliberate, grounded quality, where the weight of history and the aspiration for the future exist in a quiet, sustainable equilibrium.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Windy Hill Park (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 215° SW
Red Hawk Nature Preserve Park/ Henry Soccer Complex (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 226° SW
Richard Craig Park (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 093° E
Henry County Diamond Complex (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 220° SW
McDonough Historic Village (Historic Ruins) — 2.0 mi, 082° E
Veterans Wall of Honor (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 081° E
Huie Land Application Facility (Local Conservation Area) — 7.9 mi, 285° W
Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 9.2 mi, 170° S
Monastery of The Holy Spirit (Park) — 9.4 mi, 028° NE
Jade Rabbit Monument (Monument) — 11.4 mi, 295° NW
Honey Creek Baptist Church (Monument) — 12.4 mi, 031° NE
Stanley Oaks (Viewpoint) — 12.4 mi, 296° NW
Panola Mountain State Park (State Park) — 12.7 mi, 357° N
Clayton County History Center (Museum) — 12.8 mi, 297° NW
Road to Tara Museum (Museum) — 12.9 mi, 297° NW
Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area (State Recreation Area) — 13.5 mi, 279° W
056-002 (State Recreation Area) — 13.5 mi, 279° W
High Falls State Park (State Park) — 15.6 mi, 158° S
Cabin Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 15.9 mi, 009° N
Town Square Playhouse (Arts Centre) — 17.3 mi, 271° W
The Dinky (Attraction) — 17.7 mi, 026° NE
Old County Jail Museum (Museum) — 17.8 mi, 027° NE
Sam's Lake Nature Area (Nature Reserve) — 18.3 mi, 264° W
The Shipyard (Attraction) — 20.5 mi, 277° W
Oconee National Forest (National Forest) — 20.6 mi, 116° SE · 116k acres
Summertime (Public Artwork) — 21.1 mi, 316° NW
Academy Theatre (Theatre) — 21.1 mi, 316° NW
Starr's Mill (Attraction) — 21.7 mi, 250° W
Candler Field Museum (Museum) — 21.9 mi, 216° SW
Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 28.3 mi, 136° SE · 74k acres

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