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Peru Indiana Map

Explore Peru, 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 Peru, Indiana

How to Use This Peru, Indiana Map

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

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

Latitude	40.753653
Longitude	-86.068881
Population	11,073
Density	775.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	46970
Area Code	574
County Seat	Peru
School District	Peru Community Schools

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About Peru, Indiana

Peru is a locality in Miami County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of 11,073. The population density is 775.8 people per km². Peru is located at 40.7537°N, 86.0689°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. Peru is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 46970.

Peru anchors itself firmly upon the fertile, level expanses of the central plains where the landscape favors a mosaic of productive farmland and quiet woodlots. It lies 2.7 miles northeast of Wells, IN (from Wells, IN: bearing 56°T), and is situated 7.8 miles north-northeast of Grissom AFB. The Wabash River traces a steady, deliberate path through the terrain, serving as the lifeblood that has shaped the drainage and slow growth of the valley for generations. Beyond the immediate banks, the horizon remains broad and open, though the distant silhouette of The Hogback provides a subtle, jagged contrast to the otherwise flat topography. Residents often seek the shaded trails of the Frances Slocum State Forest to observe the seasonal shift of leaves, while Mississinewa Lake offers a expansive, still presence just a short journey away. Within the municipal boundaries, Davis Park provides a modest, essential green space where the afternoon light catches the tops of the trees in a soft, golden haze.

Peru evolved from a frontier settlement into a vital hub where the mechanics of industry and the labor of the earth have long dictated the rhythm of daily life. The regional economy has historically leaned into manufacturing and the processing of agricultural bounty, creating a sturdy base that has weathered the changing tides of the national market. Trains once clattered through the corridor, reinforcing the importance of this transit point as a center for commerce and the distribution of regional goods. Even as modern industry shifts, the town retains a distinct, hardworking character rooted in the practical application of skill and manual craft. This persistent industriousness is visible in the well-maintained brick structures that define the core, reflecting an era when local production was the engine of the entire valley.

Peru carries a unique cultural identity often defined by its historical association with the traveling circus, a legacy that brought vibrant, fleeting spectacles to these quiet midwestern streets. This tradition remains an indelible part of the local spirit, manifesting in summer celebrations and a pride in the artistry of performance that once defined the town’s winter quarters. Notable figures such as the legendary songwriter Cole Porter were born here, drawing inspiration from the interplay of small-town life and the expansive world beyond. The community gathers for local events that emphasize a shared history, maintaining a social pace that values personal connection over the frantic speed of larger urban centers. Visitors can explore the remnants of this storied past through local museums, which serve as quiet repositories for the artifacts of a bygone, flamboyant era.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Replica Statue of Liberty (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 028° NE
Replica Liberty Bell (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 031° NE
Miami County Museum (Museum) — 0.1 mi, 332° NW
Maconaquah Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 154° SE
Turtle Sundae (Public Artwork) — 0.8 mi, 059° NE
West City Park (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 229° SW
International Circus Hall of Fame (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 089° E
Frances Slocum State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 4.9 mi, 104° E
Mississinewa Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 6.0 mi, 120° SE
Peoria Public Fishing Site (State Recreation Area) — 6.2 mi, 110° E
Mississinewa Lake (Recreation Area) — 6.3 mi, 120° SE
Omer Cole Public Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 6.7 mi, 079° E
Asherwood Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 7.2 mi, 095° E
Eel River Game Management Area (Wildlife Habitat) (State Conservation Area) — 8.6 mi, 027° NE
Wabash Bicentennial (Monument) — 12.6 mi, 076° E
Browns of Wabash (Historic Ruins) — 13.0 mi, 077° E
Mark Honeywell - Memorial (Attraction) — 13.1 mi, 077° E
Clark Gallery (Gallery) — 13.1 mi, 077° E
Ford Theater (Theatre) — 13.1 mi, 077° E
Eagles Theater (Theatre) — 13.2 mi, 077° E
Gallery 64 (Gallery) — 13.3 mi, 077° E
Lonely Red Caboose (Attraction) — 13.4 mi, 077° E
Cole Clothing Museum (Museum) — 15.2 mi, 271° W
Artist Avenue (Gallery) — 15.5 mi, 270° W
Little Turtle Lookout Point (Viewpoint) — 15.5 mi, 269° W
Museum of American Politcal Communication (Museum) — 15.5 mi, 270° W
Welcome to Logansport (Attraction) — 15.6 mi, 270° W
Tippecanoe River State Park (State Park) — 35.7 mi, 313° NW
Prophetstown State Park (State Park) — 40.2 mi, 248° W
Indiana Dunes National Park (National Park) — 71.6 mi, 326° NW · 11k acres

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