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Pendleton Indiana Map

Explore Pendleton, 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 Pendleton, Indiana

How to Use This Pendleton, Indiana Map

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

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

Latitude	40.005799
Longitude	-85.77142
Population	4,717
Density	136.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	46064
Area Code	260
County Seat	Anderson
School District	South Madison Community School Corporation

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About Pendleton, Indiana

Pendleton is a locality in Madison County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,717. The population density is 136.3 people per km². Pendleton is located at 40.0058°N, 85.7714°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. Pendleton is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 46064.

Pendleton reveals itself through the steady, patient movement of Fall Creek as it carves a path through the heart of the landscape. It lies 8.2 miles south-southwest of Anderson, IN (from Anderson, IN: bearing 205°T), and is situated 7.0 miles northeast of Fortville. The surrounding terrain settles into a quiet mosaic of farmland and woodlot, where the horizon remains flat and unburdened by distant peaks. Even on the clearest days, the land holds no claim to the elevated drama of Hog Back, which remains far removed from the local view. The quality of light here during the late afternoon softens the edges of the fields, casting long, amber shadows that stretch across the open plains. Residents find a familiar stillness in the proximity of Geist Reservoir, which offers a reflective expanse of water only a short distance away.

Pendleton grew from the necessity of the frontier, evolving from a pioneer settlement into a place defined by its industrious spirit and local commerce. The economy reflects a long-standing commitment to regional trade and manufacturing, maintaining a steady pace that mirrors the seasonal shifts of the nearby woods. Businesses here operate with a grounded perspective, favoring long-term stability over the frantic energy found in larger metropolitan centers. The architecture of the older buildings suggests a time when local craftsmanship was the primary measure of progress, leaving behind a legacy of solid, enduring structures. Through decades of change, the collective ambition of the people has kept the economy resilient and firmly rooted in the surrounding soil.

Pendleton cultivates a distinct cultural character, anchored by the presence of Falls Park, which serves as a vital green space for quiet reflection and public gathering. The rhythm of daily life is punctuated by community events that draw people together under the canopy of mature trees, fostering a sense of continuity that spans generations. Notable figures such as the poet James Whitcomb Riley have walked these streets, their presence lingering in the local memory as a reminder of the region’s creative heritage. The landmarks remain modest yet significant, providing a sense of place that defines the identity of those who live here. Every autumn, the air turns crisp and carries the scent of dry leaves, signaling a time of transition that the entire community acknowledges with a shared, unspoken grace.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Falls Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 090° E
Alvin D. Brown Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 088° E
Pendleton Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.8 mi, 083° E
Ray Harroun Historical marker (Monument) — 3.8 mi, 044° NE
Southside Sports Complex (State Recreation Area) — 6.0 mi, 045° NE
Martin Luther King Jr (Public Artwork) — 7.4 mi, 035° NE
Emagine Cinemas 16 (Cinema) — 8.7 mi, 263° W
Shady Park (Aqua Gardens) Killbuck Wetlands (Local Conservation Area) — 9.1 mi, 033° NE
Rangeline Park (Local Recreation) — 9.2 mi, 047° NE
Flag poles (Monument) — 9.3 mi, 038° NE
Mounds State Park (State Park) — 9.4 mi, 051° NE
Earthwork K? (Historic Ruins) — 9.9 mi, 052° NE
Earthwork C (Historic Ruins) — 9.9 mi, 053° NE
Hawthorns Golf and Country Club (Park) — 9.9 mi, 248° W
Custom Framing and Fine Art Gallery (Gallery) — 10.7 mi, 243° SW
Belfry Theatre (Theatre) — 10.9 mi, 274° W
Fall Creek Woods (Nature Reserve) — 11.4 mi, 085° E
Regal Cinemas 10 (Cinema) — 11.7 mi, 279° W
Burr Oak Bend (State Conservation Area) — 11.8 mi, 299° NW
Sentinel Angel (Monument) — 12.0 mi, 050° NE
Roots' School of Theatre (Theatre) — 13.3 mi, 255° W
Forest Park Carousel & Concessions (Attraction) — 13.6 mi, 285° W
Chinquapin Ridge Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 14.0 mi, 236° SW
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park (State Park) — 14.5 mi, 235° SW
Sahm Golf Course (State Recreation Area) — 15.7 mi, 248° W
Worlds Largest Ball Of Paint (Attraction) — 17.8 mi, 011° N
Memorial and External Flame (Attraction) — 19.3 mi, 223° SW
Indiana State Police Museum (Museum) — 19.3 mi, 222° SW
Platinum Living Fine Art Gallery (Gallery) — 19.4 mi, 265° W
Bullpen Tournaments (Attraction) — 20.0 mi, 282° W

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