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Zion Illinois Map

Explore Zion, 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 Zion, Illinois

How to Use This Zion, Illinois Map

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

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	Zion
State	Illinois (IL)
County	Lake County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	42.459909
Longitude	-87.851121
Population	24,655
Density	961.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	60099
Area Code	312, 773
County Seat	Waukegan
School District	Zion-Benton Township High School District 126

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About Zion, Illinois

Zion is a locality in Lake County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 24,655. The population density is 961.2 people per km². Zion is located at 42.4599°N, 87.8511°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Zion is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 60099.

Zion holds a unique position on the landscape, defined by its proximity to the vast, expansive waters of Lake Michigan. It lies 2.1 miles northeast of Beach Park, IL (from Beach Park, IL: bearing 37°T), and is situated 9.6 miles south of Kenosha. The terrain here shifts gradually from flat prairie remnants toward the geological dip of Kellogg Ravine, where the water of Kellogg Creek carves a quiet path through the soil. Travelers can spot the subtle rise of Leahy Hill breaking the horizon to the west, providing a modest contrast to the otherwise level Midwestern plains. Residents often look toward the distant horizon where the light over the water shifts from slate gray to a deep, reflective blue as the day fades. The air carries a crisp, cool quality, influenced by the nearby lake that shapes the daily climate and the movement of the seasons.

Zion emerged from a vision of a planned utopian society, leaving behind a legacy of grid-based streets that still organize the movement of daily life today. The local economy transitioned from those early ideological roots toward a diverse industrial base, finding stability in manufacturing and the labor-focused rhythms of the regional corridor. Factories and specialized trade shops have long defined the workaday character of the people, mirroring the industrious spirit of the broader Great Lakes region. Commerce flows through the nearby Waukegan Harbor, which serves as a vital connection point for the movement of goods and the local maritime identity. While the landscape has evolved, the underlying structure of the town remains tethered to the steady output of its workshops and the practical needs of its working population.

Cultural life in Zion centers on the communal spaces that bring neighbors together, most notably the recreational opportunities found at Shiloh Park, Port Shiloh Pool & Shiloh Center. These grounds offer a place for seasonal gatherings and quiet reflection, serving as a focal point for the social life that defines the character of the residents. The town maintains a grounded, unpretentious atmosphere, where the pace of life reflects the steady, hardworking nature of the Midwestern prairie. While many notable figures have passed through the broader region, the identity of Zion remains rooted in the collective experiences of its families and local leaders rather than the fame of individual celebrities. Events throughout the year, hosted in the public spaces of the park, emphasize a commitment to maintaining a tight-knit environment amidst the changing tides of the modern world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mcclory Trail (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 090° E
Village Of Winthrop Harbor Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 000° N
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 326° NW
Shiloh Park Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 123° SE
ThunderHawk Golf Club (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 189° S
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park (State Park) — 1.8 mi, 096° E
Spring Bluff Forest Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.4 mi, 049° NE
North Dunes Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 2.5 mi, 092° E
Chiwaukee Prairie-Carol Beach Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 038° NE
Founders Memorial (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 161° S
Lake County Veterans Memorial, F-111 (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 196° S
Cameron Nahf Memorial Tree (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 354° N
Illinois Beach Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 4.1 mi, 151° SE
Goodfellow Hall (Theatre) — 5.1 mi, 168° S
Jack Benny Center For The Arts (Arts Centre) — 5.1 mi, 168° S
Wisconsin Welcome Sign (Attraction) — 5.3 mi, 015° N
Russell Military Museum (Museum) — 5.6 mi, 294° NW
Gold Pyramid House (Attraction) — 5.6 mi, 235° SW
Legion Field (Attraction) — 6.0 mi, 295° NW
Archery (Attraction) — 6.0 mi, 295° NW
Fountainside Music Stage (Theatre) — 6.0 mi, 296° NW
Abraham Lincoln (Public Artwork) — 6.9 mi, 173° S
Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie (Museum) — 7.0 mi, 171° S
Dandelion Art Gallery (Gallery) — 7.1 mi, 172° S
Legacy Museum (Museum) — 7.5 mi, 214° SW
Lemin Street Gallery (Gallery) — 9.4 mi, 009° N
Chain O'Lakes State Park (State Park) — 14.7 mi, 269° W
Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.2 mi, 271° W · 638 acres

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