Enter your search query in the box below.

Highland Indiana Map

Explore Highland, 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 Highland, Indiana

How to Use This Highland, Indiana Map

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

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	Highland
State	Indiana (IN)
County	Lake County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	38.046149
Longitude	-87.561715
Population	4,435
Density	755.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	47854, 47710, 47167, 46322
Area Code	317, 260
County Seat	Crown Point
School District	Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation

🌦 Goto Highland Weather Page: Highland, Indiana — Weather Warnings, Forecast, Radar, Satellite & Current Conditions

About Highland, Indiana

Highland is a locality in Lake County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,435. The population density is 755.0 people per km². Highland is located at 38.0461°N, 87.5617°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP codes: 47854, 47710, 47167.

Highland maintains a quiet presence upon the flat, expansive landscape of the Midwest, where the horizon stretches wide and unencumbered by significant elevation. It lies 2.3 miles northwest of Griffith, IN (from Griffith, IN: bearing 320°T), and is situated 8.9 miles west-northwest of Lake. The local geography is defined by the steady, winding movement of the Little Calumet River, which passes within a mile of the center and shapes the drainage of the surrounding soil. While the region is inland, the proximity to Buffington Harbor brings a faint, distant awareness of the vast maritime activity occurring just seven miles away. Residents often find respite at Main Square Park, a local gathering place that serves as a central anchor for community life and seasonal change. Beyond these boundaries, the terrain remains largely level, offering a clear view of the sky that shifts from pale morning gray to a deep, resonant indigo at dusk.

Industrial roots run deep in the narrative of Highland, reflecting a heritage built on the labor and steady output of the surrounding corridor. The local economy has evolved from its early agricultural foundations into a space where commerce and small-scale enterprise support the daily rhythm of the residents. While the reach of regional manufacturing remains a constant, the town functions as an independent node of activity rather than a mere extension of its neighbors. Historical expansion followed the patterns of rail and road, allowing Highland to establish a distinct character defined by its own storefronts and service sectors. The economy relies on the persistence of its workforce, a group that balances the legacy of regional industry with the practical needs of a modern, functioning municipality.

Cultural life in Highland centers on the strength of its public spaces and the shared traditions that define the passage of the year. Main Square Park remains the primary venue for local events, where the sound of voices and the rustle of leaves create a communal atmosphere during summer evenings. The identity of the residents is tied to a sense of place that values consistency, visible in the well-maintained streets and the steady preservation of neighborhood character. While the area does not claim the fame of global icons, it fosters a grounded, industrious spirit that remains the hallmark of its people. Life here moves with a measured pace, favoring the reliability of local connections over the frantic speed often found in larger metropolitan centers.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Igleheart Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 195° S
William J. Moutoux Park (Local Park) — 2.6 mi, 233° SW
North Evansville Youth Soccer Complex (Local Recreation) — 2.8 mi, 052° NE
Goebel Soccer Complex (Local Recreation) — 3.4 mi, 094° E
Mesker Park Ampitheater (Theatre) — 4.2 mi, 216° SW
Wesselman Park Woods Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 4.9 mi, 146° SE
Tony's Art (Public Artwork) — 4.9 mi, 187° S
Merchand Bridge Overlook (Viewpoint) — 5.0 mi, 196° S
Victory Theatre (Theatre) — 5.1 mi, 184° S
Joseph E. O'Daniel (Monument) — 8.6 mi, 227° SW
11-6-05 Tornado Memorial (Monument) — 8.7 mi, 147° SE
Sarah M. Puckett (Monument) — 8.7 mi, 228° SW
Mound E (Historic Ruins) — 9.1 mi, 141° SE
Mound C (Historic Ruins) — 9.2 mi, 142° SE
Green River National Wildlife Refuge And Conservation Partnership Area (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.5 mi, 183° S · 2,073 acres
John James Audubon State Park (State Park) — 9.9 mi, 177° S
John James Audubon State Park State Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 10.6 mi, 177° S
Newburgh Academy Of Dance (Arts Centre) — 10.8 mi, 128° SE
Audubon Mill Park (Nature Reserve) — 14.3 mi, 187° S
Scales Lake State Beach (State Park) — 16.2 mi, 088° E
Matthias Scholle House (Museum) — 21.0 mi, 286° W
1830 Owen House Jacquess Parlor (Museum) — 21.0 mi, 286° W
George Keppler House (Museum) — 21.0 mi, 286° W
Hoosier Salon (Gallery) — 21.1 mi, 286° W
Maximillian Bodmer Exhibit (Museum) — 21.1 mi, 286° W
New Harmony Contemporary Gallery & Shop (Gallery) — 21.1 mi, 286° W
The Atheneum & Visitors Center at Historic New Harmony (Museum) — 21.3 mi, 286° W
Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 21.7 mi, 330° NW · 20k acres
Shawnee National Forest (National Forest) — 41.1 mi, 234° SW · 274k acres
Hoosier National Forest (National Forest) — 44.2 mi, 099° E · 204k acres

Latest News: Highland

Loading news…

World News

Loading news-world…

More World News