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Du Quoin Illinois Map

Explore Du Quoin, Illinois, 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 Du Quoin, Illinois

How to Use This Du Quoin, Illinois Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Du Quoin, Illinois. 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 Illinois 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 Du Quoin.

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	Du Quoin
State	Illinois (IL)
County	Perry County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	38.001719
Longitude	-89.23284
Population	5,827
Density	322.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	62832
Area Code	618
County Seat	Pinckneyville
School District	Du Quoin Community Unit School District 300

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About Du Quoin, Illinois

Du Quoin is a locality in Perry County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,827. The population density is 322.4 people per km². Du Quoin is located at 38.0017°N, 89.2328°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Du Quoin is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 62832.

Du Quoin commands the expansive, sun-drenched plains of southern Illinois where the horizon stretches toward an infinite, hazy distance. It lies 18.3 miles northwest of Herrin, IL (from Herrin, IL: bearing 322°T), and is situated 9.3 miles east-southeast of Pinckneyville. The landscape remains profoundly inland, defined by the quiet persistence of farmland and the subtle rise of Dutch Hill eight miles to the north. Sixmile Creek winds its way through the local topography just one mile from the center, acting as a steady, unassuming artery for the surrounding fields. Residents often find solace in the stillness of the afternoon, especially as the light softens over the open terrain. Those seeking the quiet reflection of still water frequently travel the nine miles required to reach Lost Lake. Even within the municipal boundaries, the greenery of Keys Park provides a respite where the air carries the scent of dry grass and approaching harvest.

Du Quoin emerged from the intersection of coal extraction and the relentless expansion of the railroad, which once funneled the region’s subterranean wealth toward northern markets. The local economy shifted over decades, moving from the labor of deep mines to a diverse reliance on agriculture and small-scale commerce that sustains the daily needs of the population. Sturdy brick storefronts line the main thoroughfares, bearing the weight of a long-standing commitment to trade and regional connectivity. Innovation in mechanical repair and service industries now occupies the spaces where heavy industry once dominated the skyline. This transition reflects a broader Midwestern pattern, yet Du Quoin maintains a distinct focus on the stability of its internal markets. The rhythm of the work week pulse follows the steady, predictable cycles of the surrounding corn and soybean fields.

Cultural identity in Du Quoin centers on a shared appreciation for the heritage of the state fairgrounds, which host gatherings that draw visitors from across the region. The Du Quoin State Fair remains a cornerstone of the annual calendar, transforming the atmosphere into one of kinetic energy and collective celebration. Among those who have walked these streets, the legendary harness racing figures have left an indelible mark on the sporting character of the area. Landmarks like the historic grandstand serve as anchors for local memory, standing firm against the shifting winds of the prairie. Life here possesses a deliberate, measured quality, favoring long-standing traditions over the frantic pace of larger urban centers. Whether observing the autumn dusk or the first green shoots of spring, the residents of Du Quoin recognize the quiet dignity inherent in their particular corner of the world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Keys Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 345° N
Campbell Pond State Habitat Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.3 mi, 145° SE
Pyramid State Recreation Area (State Park) — 7.8 mi, 284° W
Miner Memorial (Monument) — 11.5 mi, 058° NE
Statue of Custard Stand (Public Artwork) — 11.5 mi, 057° NE
Mystic Willow (Attraction) — 12.7 mi, 180° S
Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 12.7 mi, 178° S
Old Train Depot (Monument) — 12.7 mi, 179° S
Rend Lake (Recreation Area) — 12.8 mi, 071° E
White Oak (Theatre) — 13.2 mi, 072° E
Fishin' Hole Amphitheater (Theatre) — 16.4 mi, 081° E
Lake Murphysboro State Park (State Park) — 16.5 mi, 209° SW
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 17.2 mi, 160° S · 91k acres
Miranda's Loom Fine Craft Studio & Gallery (Gallery) — 17.3 mi, 199° S
Shawnee National Forest (National Forest) — 17.6 mi, 201° S · 274k acres
Carterville Heritage Museum (Museum) — 18.7 mi, 153° SE
Johnson Creek Recreation Area (Nature Reserve) — 18.8 mi, 233° SW
African American Museum of Southern Illinois (Museum) — 19.0 mi, 173° S
The Carbondale Depot Museum (Museum) — 19.0 mi, 177° S
Waterfow Viewing Area (Viewpoint) — 19.6 mi, 052° NE
Sharp Museum (Museum) — 19.7 mi, 178° S
Shawnee Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 19.9 mi, 200° S · 7,712 acres
Mill Creek Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 23.8 mi, 252° W
Pomona Natural Bridge (Attraction) — 25.1 mi, 194° S
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 26.7 mi, 169° S · 4,387 acres
Middle Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 27.1 mi, 226° SW · 16k acres
Misselhorn Art Museum (Museum) — 27.2 mi, 288° W
Showtime Cinemas 6 (Cinema) — 27.4 mi, 291° W
Clear Springs Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 28.6 mi, 201° S · 4,739 acres
Larue-Pine Hills National Natural Landmark (National Monument) — 30.6 mi, 202° S · 1,959 acres

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