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Bedford Indiana Map

Explore Bedford, Indiana, 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 Bedford, Indiana

How to Use This Bedford, Indiana Map

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

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	Bedford
State	Indiana (IN)
County	Lawrence County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)

Latitude	38.861162
Longitude	-86.487215
Population	13,792
Density	436.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	47421
Area Code	317
County Seat	Bedford
School District	North Lawrence Community Schools

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About Bedford, Indiana

Bedford is a locality in Lawrence County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of 13,792. The population density is 436.1 people per km². Bedford is located at 38.8612°N, 86.4872°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. Bedford is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 47421.

Bedford occupies a significant position within the limestone-rich terrain of southern Indiana, where the earth provides a foundation of enduring geologic character. It lies 5.0 miles west-northwest of Crawford, IN (from Crawford, IN: bearing 282°T), and is situated 8.9 miles north of Mitchell. The landscape surrounding Bedford is defined by a series of subtle rises and depressions, including the nearby basin known as Dark Hollow. Spider Creek winds through the immediate environment just one mile from the center, serving as a quiet artery for the local watershed. Beyond the town, the terrain transitions into more rugged territory, with the elevations of Ramsey Ridge rising seven miles away to influence the horizon. Residents often find recreation at Thornton Park, which provides an accessible green space for the daily rhythms of life. The distant timber of Martin State Forest offers a deeper woodland presence for those seeking the quietude of the broader regional canopy.

Bedford emerged as a center of commerce primarily through the extraction and processing of high-quality limestone, a trade that built the very identity of the locale. This industry transformed the regional economy, drawing laborers and artisans who carved the stone utilized in monumental structures across the country. Over the decades, the local economy expanded to incorporate manufacturing and automotive components, maintaining a steady industrial pulse that supports the families who reside here. The history of the area remains tied to the quarries that dot the landscape, leaving a legacy of craftsmanship that persists in the modern era. Even as economic shifts occur, the industrious spirit of the inhabitants remains grounded in the physical labor and ingenuity that first defined the settlement. Bedford continues to balance its traditional reliance on natural resources with a diversified approach to modern trade and production.

Cultural life in Bedford reflects a steadfast Midwestern character, often expressed through community gatherings and a shared pride in local achievements. The architecture of the town center displays the durability of the local stone, standing as a physical record of the generations who have worked these quarries. Every year, the community hosts the Limestone Heritage Festival, an event that brings neighbors together to celebrate the unique geological gift that shaped their lives. Notable figures born in this region include the actor John McNally, who carried the influence of his upbringing into his professional career. The atmosphere of the town is marked by a deliberate pace, where the quality of light at dusk illuminates the pale, weathered facades of historic buildings. Bedford sustains its identity through these quiet continuities, honoring its past while navigating the slow, measured progression of the present day.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Site of the Bedford Branch of the State Bank of Indiana (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 071° E
Bedford Courthouse Square Historic District (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 084° E
Stone Crucifix (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 125° SE
Thornton Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 263° W
Easter Island Figure (Attraction) — 0.5 mi, 264° W
Wilson Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 238° SW
10 Commandments Tablets (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 213° SW
Bedford (White R. E. Fork) Sr 37 Public Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 2.9 mi, 210° SW
Bluespring Caverns (Attraction) — 5.4 mi, 215° SW
Hoosier National Forest (National Forest) — 5.6 mi, 190° S · 204k acres
Indian Creek (Lawrence Co) Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.6 mi, 274° W
Martin State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 7.6 mi, 264° W
Gory Hole Cave Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 8.2 mi, 222° SW · 20 acres
Spring Mill State Park (State Park) — 8.9 mi, 156° SE
Mitchell Sinkhole Plain Nature Preserve (State Park) — 9.0 mi, 161° S
Monroe Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 9.1 mi, 001° N
Monroe Lake (Recreation Area) — 9.2 mi, 001° N
Hamer Cave (Attraction) — 9.4 mi, 160° S
Donaldson Cave (Attraction) — 9.8 mi, 157° SE
Charles C. Deam Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 11.1 mi, 026° NE · 13k acres
Leaning Tree Point (Viewpoint) — 14.1 mi, 013° N
Large quarry remnants (Historic Ruins) — 20.0 mi, 351° N
Conrad Prebys Amphitheater (Theatre) — 21.2 mi, 355° N
Tiemeyer's Farm Market Petting Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 21.3 mi, 095° E
FLWB Indoor Karting (Theme Park) — 21.8 mi, 198° S
Indiana Railway Museum (Museum) — 22.3 mi, 198° S
Springs Stadium (Cinema) — 22.6 mi, 197° S
French Lick West Baden Museum (Museum) — 22.7 mi, 198° S
Springs Valley State Fish and Wildlife Area (Nature Reserve) — 26.2 mi, 188° S
Bulleit Stadium (Stadium) — 32.0 mi, 078° E

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