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Bluffton Indiana Map

Explore Bluffton, 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 Bluffton, Indiana

How to Use This Bluffton, Indiana Map

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

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

Latitude	40.738658
Longitude	-85.171637
Population	10,308
Density	479.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	46714
Area Code	574
County Seat	Bluffton
School District	Bluffton-Harrison Metropolitan School District

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About Bluffton, Indiana

Bluffton is a locality in Wells County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of 10,308. The population density is 479.0 people per km². Bluffton is located at 40.7387°N, 85.1716°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. Bluffton is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 46714.

Bluffton emerges from the flat, fertile plains of Indiana as a quiet crossroads defined by the persistent, winding presence of the Wabash River. It lies 18.1 miles north-northeast of Blackford, IN (from Blackford, IN: bearing 24°T), and is situated 9.8 miles south of Ossian. The landscape surrounding Bluffton consists of a mosaic of woodlots and expansive farmland, where the quality of light at dusk softens the sharp lines of the horizon. Residents often find their way to Pickett’s Run Park, which offers a local sanctuary for those seeking a moment of stillness amidst the trees. Beyond the immediate reach of the town, the terrain remains largely level, though the distant elevation of Twin Hills provides a faint, singular point of interest against the sky. During quieter seasons, the air carries the scent of damp earth and growing crops, grounding the atmosphere in the steady, cyclical rhythm of the Midwestern interior.

Bluffton traces its foundations to an era of industrious settlement, built upon the necessity of the land and the strategic flow of its waterways. The local economy has long been anchored by a blend of manufacturing and agricultural production, reflecting a heritage of self-reliance that continues to shape the daily labor of its people. Factories and workshops hum with a steady, mechanical persistence, providing a backbone for the livelihoods of those who call Bluffton home. Over time, the integration of regional industry has transformed the character of the commerce here, moving from traditional agrarian roots to a more diversified trade. This evolution remains visible in the sturdy, red-brick architecture that defines the central district, standing as a firm witness to the changing tides of regional prosperity.

Cultural life in Bluffton revolves around the shared traditions of the community, where the high school basketball court often serves as the focal point for collective excitement and social connection. The town celebrates its identity through seasonal events that draw neighbors together, fostering a sense of continuity that feels rare in a modern age. Among the notable figures associated with the region, the author Gene Stratton-Porter stands out, having drawn profound inspiration from the wilder, wooded corners of the Indiana landscape to craft her celebrated literary works. Visitors often seek out the historic sites that mark the path of early development, finding beauty in the modest, well-tended spaces that anchor the daily experience. Life here moves with a deliberate, unadorned grace, favoring the lasting value of personal connection over the fleeting demands of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Veterans Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 178° S
Bluffton Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 185° S
Wells Community Pool (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 189° S
Hickory Hill Golf Course (Park) — 1.8 mi, 360° N
Ouabache State Park (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 110° E
Parlor City Country Club (Park) — 2.4 mi, 353° N
Quabache Flatwoods Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.8 mi, 110° E
J. Edward Roush Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 7.7 mi, 307° NW
Roush Lake Fish And Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.9 mi, 304° NW
J. Edward Roush Lake (Recreation Area) — 12.0 mi, 299° NW
Miami Indian (Public Artwork) — 13.9 mi, 204° SW
Pulse Opera House (Theatre) — 13.9 mi, 254° W
Salamonie Reservoir (State Recreation Area) — 16.6 mi, 267° W
Roanoke Area Heritage Center (Museum) — 18.7 mi, 326° NW
LC Nature Park (Nature Reserve) — 19.3 mi, 336° NW
Fred A. Loew Botanical Garden and Arboretum (Monument) — 20.3 mi, 303° NW
Wunderkammer Company (Arts Centre) — 21.8 mi, 004° N
Painting Fun Spot (Attraction) — 23.1 mi, 357° N
Perry A. Randall (Monument) — 23.1 mi, 002° N
David N. Foster (Monument) — 23.1 mi, 002° N
St. Mary's overlook Deck (Viewpoint) — 24.1 mi, 004° N
Fort Wayne Improv (Theatre) — 24.9 mi, 006° N
California Sea Lion (Attraction) — 25.5 mi, 002° N
Sumatran Orangutan (Attraction) — 25.5 mi, 002° N
Sumatran Tiger (Attraction) — 25.5 mi, 002° N
Cinema Grill (Cinema) — 27.1 mi, 012° N
Gas City Museum (Museum) — 29.0 mi, 234° SW
Gallery 64 (Gallery) — 34.2 mi, 277° W
Clark Gallery (Gallery) — 34.4 mi, 277° W
Grand Lake St Marys State Park (State Park) — 39.8 mi, 109° E

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