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Greencastle Indiana Map

Explore Greencastle, 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 Greencastle, Indiana

How to Use This Greencastle, Indiana Map

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

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

Latitude	39.641841
Longitude	-86.846339
Population	9,820
Density	723.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	46135
Area Code	260
County Seat	Greencastle
School District	Greencastle Community School Corporation

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About Greencastle, Indiana

Greencastle is a locality in Putnam County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,820. The population density is 723.8 people per km². Greencastle is located at 39.6418°N, 86.8463°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. Greencastle is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 46135.

Greencastle emerges from the expansive mosaic of woodlots and farmland that defines the interior landscape of the state. It lies 3.9 miles southwest of Putnam, IN (from Putnam, IN: bearing 215°T), and is situated 9.7 miles north-northwest of Cloverdale. The terrain around Greencastle is defined by the gentle shifts in elevation, leading toward the distant silhouette of Devils Backbone five miles away. Water shapes the immediate surroundings, with Big Walnut Creek flowing just a mile from the center and the quiet, still waters of Quarry Pond nearby. Residents often find solace in the open air of Memorial Park, which serves as a central green space for the local population. Beyond these local features, the landscape transitions into the deeper, rugged terrain of the Owen-Putnam State Forest toward the west, while Green Hollow lies nine miles out as a reminder of the region's ancient geological shifts.

Greencastle grew from the steady labor of early settlers who recognized the agricultural potential of the deep, fertile soil. The local economy evolved from foundational farming into a blend of manufacturing and academic support, anchored by the presence of DePauw University. This institution has long influenced the professional and intellectual fiber of the area, drawing scholars and students who contribute to the town's steady pulse. Industry here has adapted over time, moving from early agrarian roots to a more diversified base that sustains the daily needs of the residents. Even as global markets shift, the economic life of Greencastle remains tied to its enduring infrastructure and the industrious spirit of its people.

Cultural life in Greencastle is defined by the intellectual energy of its university and the traditional rhythms of a Midwestern academic center. DePauw University serves as a significant landmark, fostering a scholastic atmosphere that permeates the local coffee shops and public squares. Notable figures with ties to the area include the author Lew Wallace, whose literary contributions remain a point of local pride. Visitors often seek out the natural beauty of Vermillion Falls, a short journey away, which provides a dramatic contrast to the manicured lawns of the campus. Throughout the year, community gatherings and academic lectures keep the town engaged, reflecting a character that values both historical continuity and modern thought.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Robe Ann Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 237° SW
World War I Memorial (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 279° W
World War II Memorial (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 279° W
Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 259° W
Putnam County Train Museum (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 299° NW
Fern Cliff (Conservation Area) — 6.3 mi, 250° W
Big Walnut Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 8.4 mi, 026° NE
Big Walnut Addition Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 8.5 mi, 026° NE
Owen-Putnam State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 9.5 mi, 188° S
Cagles Mill Lake (Recreation Area) — 10.5 mi, 191° S
Cecil M. Harden Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 11.7 mi, 329° NW
View of Lower Falls (Viewpoint) — 13.8 mi, 174° S
Lower Cataract Falls (Attraction) — 13.9 mi, 174° S
Cataract Falls (State Park) — 13.9 mi, 177° S
Raccoon Lake State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 13.9 mi, 300° NW
Upper Cataract Falls (Attraction) — 14.4 mi, 173° S
Community Theatre of Clay County, Inc. (Theatre) — 17.1 mi, 241° SW
World War Memorial (Monument) — 22.0 mi, 292° W
Camp Hughes (Attraction) — 22.0 mi, 154° SE
Millcut Backbone (Attraction) — 23.2 mi, 332° NW
Plainfield Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 23.9 mi, 080° E
Tivoli Theater (Cinema) — 25.0 mi, 169° S
Owen County Art Guild (Arts Centre) — 25.3 mi, 170° S
Mooresville Movies (Cinema) — 25.3 mi, 096° E
Bachner Nature Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 25.9 mi, 343° N
Echo Hollow Nature Park (Nature Reserve) — 26.2 mi, 089° E
Depth of Field (Public Artwork) — 27.6 mi, 247° SW
Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 28.3 mi, 149° SE · 16k acres
Tom Duffy - Harvesting Limestone (Gallery) — 29.6 mi, 080° E
Hoosier National Forest (National Forest) — 42.7 mi, 150° SE · 204k acres

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