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Valdosta Georgia Map

Explore Valdosta, 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 Valdosta, Georgia

How to Use This Valdosta, Georgia Map

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

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.

CityValdosta
StateGeorgia (GA)
CountyLowndes County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude30.850126
Longitude-83.278833
Population55,378
Density594.2 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes31601, 31698, 31602, 31603, 31604
Area Code229
County SeatValdosta
School DistrictValdosta City School District

About Valdosta, Georgia

Valdosta is a locality in Lowndes County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of 55,378. The population density is 594.2 people per km². Valdosta is located at 30.8501°N, 83.2788°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Valdosta is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 31601, 31698, 31602.

Valdosta remains a primary center of commerce and culture within the flat, expansive plains of southern Georgia, where the air often carries the heavy, humid scent of pine and rich earth. It lies 38.6 miles southeast of Moultrie, GA (from Moultrie, GA: bearing 128°T), and is situated 7.3 miles south-southwest of Bemiss. The landscape surrounding Valdosta is defined by an understated, level horizon that stretches toward the distant Kennedy Hill, providing a sense of immense space under the wide, southern sky. Water remains a quiet presence here, with the modest flow of Onemile Branch meandering just a short distance from the primary thoroughfares, while the waters of Bear Garden Swamp linger in the quiet, shaded basins further out. Smith Park offers a local retreat where the canopy of longleaf pine filters the harsh glare of the midday sun into a soft, golden illumination.

Development in Valdosta gained momentum during the late nineteenth century as the arrival of rail lines transformed a quiet agricultural outpost into a bustling hub for the timber and naval stores industries. The growth of Valdosta mirrored the wider expansion of the region, evolving from sparse plantations and rural clearings into a permanent settlement defined by its industrious spirit. Early residents cleared the dense woodland to make way for commerce, establishing a grid that still anchors the central district today. This historical transition shifted the local focus from subsistence farming to a more structured, market-oriented economy, cementing the influence of Valdosta in the surrounding counties.

Economic life in Valdosta today flourishes through a combination of manufacturing, logistics, and a strong commitment to higher education. Valdosta State University serves as a cornerstone of the regional intellect, drawing students from across the state and fostering a professional class that supports the local infrastructure. The proximity to major interstate routes ensures that Valdosta remains a vital link for the transit of goods, balancing the quietude of its residential neighborhoods with the steady hum of industrial activity. As the day ends, the cooling temperature often brings a stillness to the streets, highlighting the practical, hardworking character that defines the labor and ambitions of those living in Valdosta.

Cultural expression in Valdosta finds its most vibrant outlet in the fierce, community-wide devotion to high school football, a phenomenon that transforms Friday nights into significant social occasions. Major annual events like the Azalea Festival draw visitors to experience the local hospitality, while the historical buildings throughout the center of Valdosta serve as physical reminders of the architectural heritage of the region. The notable musician Doc Holliday is widely recognized as having spent his formative years in Valdosta, an association that adds a layer of historical intrigue to the local lore. Whether observing the quiet, natural beauty of the nearby woodlands or participating in the energetic traditions of the local populace, the daily rhythm of Valdosta reflects a deep, enduring connection to its specific place in the landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Mathis Audit/Pendelton Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 343° N
  • Blazer Field (Billy Grant Baseball Field) (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 340° N
  • McKey Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 326° NW
  • Greenspace Program Acquisition (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 067° NE
  • Low-Poly Heart (Public Artwork) — 1.2 mi, 176° S
  • Lowndes County Sherriff’s Office Memorial (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 181° S
  • Spanish-American War Memorial (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 180° S
  • Flame of Freedom (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 182° S
  • Curate Collective (Arts Centre) — 1.2 mi, 179° S
  • Wild Magnolia Stuido (Arts Centre) — 1.2 mi, 180° S
  • Dosta Theater (Theatre) — 1.3 mi, 179° S
  • Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.4 mi, 039° NE
  • Go Karts/ (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 196° S
  • Century Wheel (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 196° S
  • Tasmanian River Rapids (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 196° S
  • Kite Flyer (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 196° S
  • Lakeside Showplace (Theatre) — 9.3 mi, 197° S
  • Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.2 mi, 031° NE · 5,962 acres
  • Treasures of Madison County Museum (Museum) — 27.6 mi, 197° S
  • Osceola National Forest (National Forest) — 29.8 mi, 161° S · 160k acres
  • Moultrie Stadium Cinema 6 (Cinema) — 37.1 mi, 309° NW
  • Museum of Colquitt County History (Museum) — 37.4 mi, 307° NW
  • Lapham-Patterson House Museum (Museum) — 41.8 mi, 270° W
  • Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 43.2 mi, 091° E · 815k acres
  • Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 43.2 mi, 091° E · 350k acres
  • Mound Interpetive Area (Viewpoint) — 48.1 mi, 242° SW
  • Redemptive Love Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 48.8 mi, 249° W

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About This Valdosta Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Valdosta, Georgia. Coordinates: 30.850126, -83.278833. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Valdosta includes the ZIP code (31601, 31698, 31602), telephone area code (229), county seat of Lowndes County (Valdosta), and school district assignment (Valdosta City School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.