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Wabash Indiana Map

Explore Wabash, 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 Wabash, Indiana

How to Use This Wabash, Indiana Map

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

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.

CityWabash
StateIndiana (IN)
CountyWabash County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Latitude40.797821
Longitude-85.820541
Population10,440
Density418.3 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Code46992
Area Code574
County SeatWabash
School DistrictWabash County Schools Metropolitan School District

About Wabash, Indiana

Wabash is a locality in Wabash County, Indiana, United States. It has a population of 10,440. The population density is 418.3 people per km². Wabash is located at 40.7978°N, 85.8205°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. Wabash is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 46992.

Wabash maintains a quiet dignity along the banks of the Wabash River, where the water moves with a steady, deliberate grace through the heart of the landscape. It lies 13.3 miles east-northeast of Peru, IN (from Peru, IN: bearing 77°T), and is situated 15.9 miles east-northeast of Wells. The surrounding terrain unfolds as a mosaic of productive farmland and dense woodlot, offering a serene vista that shifts in color with the turning of the seasons. Those who wander two miles to find Shanty Falls will discover a delicate cascade, while a six-mile journey leads to the deep, shaded quiet of Salamonie River State Forest. Beyond these local reaches, the horizon is anchored by the distant silhouette of The Hogback, an enduring feature that frames the expansive sky. Visitors often spend time at Paradise Spring Historical Park, a site that marks the intersection of the region's natural beauty and its long-standing connection to the land.

Wabash emerged as a center of enterprise during the nineteenth century, drawing strength from the fertile soil and the reliable flow of the nearby river. The economy has historically balanced traditional agricultural pursuits with a resilient industrial spirit, fostering a workforce that values precision and steady labor. Local workshops and manufacturing facilities have long provided a backbone for the economy, ensuring that the town remains a place of production rather than mere passage. While the modern world continues to accelerate, the rhythms of commerce here remain grounded in the tangible output of local hands and machines. This industrious heritage is reflected in the solid brick architecture of the downtown core, which stands as a functional record of the town’s enduring commitment to its own growth.

Wabash preserves a distinct cultural character that favors neighborly familiarity and a measured pace of life. The town is home to the Honeywell Center, a prominent landmark that serves as the primary venue for regional arts and entertainment. Among the notable figures associated with the broader cultural legacy of the region is the writer and diplomat Lew Wallace, whose influence resonates through the intellectual history of Indiana. Residents often gather for seasonal events that celebrate local traditions, reinforcing a sense of continuity that defines the social experience. On quiet afternoons, one might find locals near J Camberlain Pond, enjoying the stillness that persists despite the proximity of busier thoroughfares. This combination of civic pride and an appreciation for the simpler aspects of daily life gives the community its particular, unpretentious charm.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Lonely Red Caboose (Attraction) — 0.1 mi, 163° S
  • Lincoln Monument of Wabash, Indiana (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 332° NW
  • Vetran's Memorial (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 313° NW
  • Sentry Soilder (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 301° NW
  • Eagles Theater (Theatre) — 0.1 mi, 238° SW
  • Wabash Valley Dance Theater (Theatre) — 0.1 mi, 204° SW
  • Gallery 64 (Gallery) — 0.1 mi, 204° SW
  • Paradise Spring Historical Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 106° E
  • Clark Gallery (Gallery) — 0.2 mi, 238° SW
  • Mark Honeywell - Memorial (Attraction) — 0.3 mi, 247° SW
  • Browns of Wabash (Historic Ruins) — 0.3 mi, 234° SW
  • Wabash City Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 270° W
  • Field Of Dreams (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 019° N
  • Salamonie State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 5.5 mi, 080° E
  • Omer Cole Public Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 6.5 mi, 255° W
  • Martin Glade (State Conservation Area) — 6.9 mi, 088° E
  • Salamonie Reservoir (State Recreation Area) — 6.9 mi, 089° E
  • Kokiwanee (State Conservation Area) — 7.0 mi, 080° E
  • Mississinewa Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 7.1 mi, 179° S
  • Salamonie Lake (Recreation Area) — 7.2 mi, 088° E
  • Frances Slocum State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 8.4 mi, 232° SW
  • Etna Acres Golf Course (Park) — 10.2 mi, 113° SE
  • International Circus Hall of Fame (Museum) — 10.8 mi, 254° W
  • Turtle Sundae (Public Artwork) — 12.6 mi, 258° W
  • Miami County Museum (Museum) — 13.4 mi, 257° W
  • North Manchester Center of History (Museum) — 14.2 mi, 011° N
  • Gas City Museum (Museum) — 23.8 mi, 153° SE
  • M3 Stuart (Attraction) — 24.0 mi, 153° SE
  • Roanoke Area Heritage Center (Museum) — 25.9 mi, 064° NE
  • Mentone Egg (Attraction) — 28.2 mi, 337° NW

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About This Wabash Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Wabash, Indiana. Coordinates: 40.797821, -85.820541. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Wabash includes the ZIP code (46992), telephone area code (574), county seat of Wabash County (Wabash), and school district assignment (Wabash County Schools Metropolitan School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.